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Report: Violent crime in Houston down 12% compared to last year, but property crimes have increased

Ashley Brown

Posted on May 3, 2023 · The latest crime analysis showed overall violent crime is down 12%, and the murder rate is down 27% compared to last year.

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Seven Houston police officers involved in deadly shootout after car chase, chief says

Adam Zuvanich

Posted on February 15, 2023 · The officers who shot and killed a man at the end of a 20-minute police pursuit early Wednesday have been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation into the shooting.

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Crime

Alleged carjacker shot by police after running over one man and stabbing another, HPD says

Paul DeBenedetto

Posted on April 5, 2022 · Police say the man crashed a stolen truck into an apartment building after running over its owner, then tried to attack a concierge and stabbed another man.

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Deputy constable shot to death in Sharpstown mall by a man later killed by Houston police, HPD says

Lucio Vasquez

Posted on February 23, 2022 · The San Jacinto County officer was off duty working a second job at the time of the shooting.

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Police shoot and kill a man suspected of robbery in north Houston

Paul DeBenedetto

Posted on February 7, 2022 · The man was inside of a vehicle parked in a driveway when the shooting began, police said.

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