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Suspect in Joliet Area Mass Shooting Found Dead in Texas After Confrontation with Police

San Antonio, Texas – A man suspected in the fatal shooting of eight people in the Joliet area was found dead by police as they closed in on him in Texas. Authorities believe the suspect, 23-year-old Romeo Nance, took his own life following a confrontation with law enforcement. Joliet police officials were alerted by federal agents with the U.S. Marshals’ Office, who located Nance near Natalia, Texas, about 30 miles southwest of San Antonio on …

Deadly Shooting Leaves Three Dead and Multiple Injured at Rental House in Katy, Texas

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A shooting at a rental house in Katy, Texas, left at least three people dead and several others injured early Sunday morning, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. Deputies responded to the 4600 block of Russet Leaf Trace and discovered the three deceased individuals upon arrival. Multiple injured victims were transported to the hospital for treatment. The incident took place just after 2 a.m., with more than a dozen people …

Home Explosion in Carrollton, Texas Leaves One Injured in Early Morning Incident

CARROLLTON, Texas – An explosion at a Carrollton home early Saturday morning resulted in one person sustaining injuries. The incident occurred just before 3:45 a.m. in the 1800 block of Highland Drive, near East Belt Line Road and Josey Lane, according to Carrollton Fire Rescue. Following the explosion, a small fire broke out in the home but was swiftly extinguished by firefighters. One person was found injured and was subsequently taken to a hospital in …

Man from Kenya Charged in Murder of Firewood Delivery Driver in Texas

FORT WORTH, Texas – A Kenyan man has been arrested and detained on murder charges in Fort Worth, Texas, after allegedly killing a man who was delivering firewood to his neighbor. Christantus Omondi, 27, has been charged with murder, aggravated assault on a security officer, and obstruction, and is being held at the Tarrant County Corrections Centre. The incident took place during a particularly cold winter in America’s Midwestern states, with at least 30 people …

Distraught 911 Caller Reports Fatal Home Invasion Shooting in Alvin, Texas

ALVIN, Texas — A shooting at a mobile home park in Alvin, Texas resulted in the deaths of two men on Wednesday night. The incident took place around 8 p.m. on Steel Road, after a distressed 911 caller reported a break-in and gunfire at the residence. Upon arrival, police found two men dead and another with a gunshot wound. The injured victim was transported to a hospital, with no update on their condition provided by …

Texas Man Kills 6, Injures 2 in Violent Attack Across Two Cities – Mental Health History Emerges

AUSTIN, Texas — A Texas man went on a daylong killing spree, leaving six people dead and two police officers wounded in a trail of violence stretching from San Antonio to Austin, according to authorities on Wednesday. Shane James, 34, of San Antonio, is accused of committing the attacks in Austin and San Antonio that occurred on Tuesday, before crashing his car that evening during a police chase. He has been charged with two counts …

Texas Resident Shares Experience of Making Super Purchase Online

Residents in Houston, Texas were met with a new requirement when making purchases online. The City of Houston now requires online shoppers to provide their State, Zip Code, and Country when making a purchase. The new requirement for online purchases comes as part of Houston’s efforts to improve online security and prevent fraudulent transactions. By asking for the buyer’s State, Zip Code, and Country, the city aims to ensure that only legitimate transactions are being …

Employee airlifted to hospital with severe burns after Texas hotel explosion: Cousin details her fight for life

FORT WORTH, Texas – Maite Karen Lopez, an employee at the Sandman Signature Hotel’s Musume Restaurant, is fighting for her life after being airlifted to the hospital with severe burns following an explosion in Fort Worth. The explosion occurred at the Sandman Signature Hotel, causing severe injuries to Lopez and several other individuals. Officials are currently investigating the cause of the explosion to determine what led to this tragic incident. Lopez’s cousin spoke out about …

45-Year-Old Son Arrested and Charged with Capital Murder After Former Texas Judge and Wife Found Dead

A tragic incident in Georgetown, Texas has shocked the community after a retired District Judge and his wife were found murdered in their home. The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office announced that their 45-year-old son, Seth B. Carnes, has been arrested and charged with capital murder in connection to the deaths of his parents. The arrest took place late Monday evening after authorities received a call about a shooting near the residence of Alfred “Burt” Carnes …

Inmate serving time for spitting on police officer murdered at Texas prison

AMARILLO, Texas – An inmate at the Clements Unit was tragically murdered. This inmate, Antwan DeAngelo Alexander, was serving a three-year sentence for harassment of a public servant after spitting on a police officer in February 2021. Alexander, 34, was beaten to death in his cell on Monday, and his cellmate is believed to be the assailant, according to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Court records obtained by ABC 7 News revealed that Alexander’s …