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Scandal rocks Houston Police Department: Over 264,000 cases dropped due to lack of personnel

Scandal rocks Houston Police Department: Over 264,000 cases dropped due to lack of personnel

March 19, 2024

In a revelation that has sent shockwaves throughout the community, it was recently discovered that the Houston Police Department (HPD) was forced to drop over 264,000 cases, including over 4,000 […] Read More

Houston Police Department implements new body camera policy

Houston Police Department implements new body camera policy

February 11, 2024

In a move aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability, the Houston Police Department (HPD) has announced a significant update to its body camera policy. Effective since December but formally announced […] Read More

Houston Police Department changes pursuit policy following rise in chases and crashes

Houston Police Department changes pursuit policy following rise in chases and crashes

January 4, 2024

In response to a surge in police pursuits resulting in crashes, injuries and fatalities, the Houston Police Department (HPD) has re-evaluated its pursuit policy, introducing several changes to restrict chases […] Read More

High-speed chase in Houston claims bystander’s life

High-speed chase in Houston claims bystander’s life

Prompts calls for stricter penalties

December 8, 2023

Houston police are urging legislators to strengthen penalties for individuals involved in high-speed chases, following a tragic incident that resulted in the death of a 19-year-old bystander. The incident occurred […] Read More

Tragic heat-related death of Texas K-9 comes one week after similar incident in Georgia

Tragic heat-related death of Texas K-9 comes one week after similar incident in Georgia

June 20, 2023

A police K-9 in Houston, Texas, tragically died in the line of duty from heat exhaustion after being left inside a hot patrol car on June 12. The police dog’s […] Read More

Child gets police escort to school after being bullied for wearing cop uniform

Child gets police escort to school after being bullied for wearing cop uniform

March 15, 2022

An 8-year-old boy from Houston who was bullied after dressing up as a police officer for career day was escorted to school in a police cruiser by local officers. “I […] Read More

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