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This is the official X account for the Houston Police Department. For emergencies dial 911. Non-emergency 713-884-3131. This account is NOT monitored 24/7
Houston, Texas
Joined January 2010
South Central and VCD are investigating a fatal accident at 6300 Almeda. 5 year old female deceased at the scene. Almeda is closed in both directions. 202
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South Gessner officers are at a shooting scene 5300 Rampart. Adult male was shot while robbing a male who had just left a gun range. Patient is expected to survive. 202
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South Central, Patrol Support, K9 and Fox have a cutting suspect in custody 2200 Alabama. 202
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Please avoid the area of 1500 Bissonnet between Mandell Street and Parkway Drive due to a water main break. Seek alternate routes.
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HPD is releasing body worn camera video of an officer-involved shooting incident at 4700 Tidwell Road on January 11. The summary video can be found here: https://t.co/OhUUt4es0o All videos are here: https://t.co/5BXjcgb7iv More info is here: https://t.co/hquKlDL8FE
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HPD is releasing body worn camera video of an officer-involved shooting incident at 4800 Wayne Street on January 11. The summary video can be found here: https://t.co/BMI1oDDF5Z All videos are here: https://t.co/c2BY3EjYVA More info is here: https://t.co/mlXxv6EySA
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Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at HPD? Registration is now open for the Houston Citizens’ Police Academy Spring Class #79! Learn more 👉 https://t.co/bWeNVkIaoT
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YPAC kicked off Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month at Discovery Green, handing out marigolds with messages about healthy relationships and sharing resources for teens who may need help. Learn more: https://t.co/RcgqktXiWl
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Westside officers are at a shooting scene 1900 S. Kirkwood. Adult male deceased at the scene. Suspects fled in a burgundy sedan. 202
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Congratulations to HPD’s newest Captains. Captain R. Flores will command the Kingwood Division and Captain D. Salinas will command the Midwest Division. Thank you for your continued leadership and steadfast commitment to serving Houstonians.
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HPD will be stepping up enforcement to keep our roads safe during Mardi Gras. Expect increased patrols along I-45 South (Gulf Freeway) starting today through the 15th. Don’t drink and drive. Plan ahead and stay safe, Houston. 🚨
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South Central and VCD are working a fatal crash SH 288 S/B on Southmore. Please avoid the area. 202
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Ongoing repairs to I-10 East after a sudden roadway failure continue to impact traffic. TxDOT advises motorists to seek alternate routes on Thursday, February 5. All eastbound lanes are closed, and the left (inside) lane and shoulder on westbound I-10 remain restricted.
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Northwest officers are at a stabbing scene 8000 Grow. 13 year old female deceased at the hospital. 10 year old male detained. 202
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TxDOT crews are making progress on I-10 East Freeway near Normandy. Our crews are working with @HouPublicWorks crews to determine the location of the water main leak. The goal is to fix the leak issue and then TxDOT crews can start repairs. All eastbound lanes remain blocked.
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Officials continue to assess the situation. Plan your route before you leave home.
I-10 East eastbound at Federal Rd all mainlanes still blocked due to pavement damage. TxDOT crews are working with @HouPublicWorks to address the cause of the water leak under the roadway. Crews will need to close westbound lanes as well.
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Northeast officers are at a shooting scene 2000 Gregg. Adult male transported in stable condition. 202
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On January 28, a proactive street reversal operation was conducted by HPD's Vice Division and Northeast Division near the 3600 block of Turner in northeast Houston. This operation resulted in the arrest of four suspects for Felony Solicitation of Prostitution.
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As we begin Black History Month, HPD honors the history, achievements, and contributions that continue to shape our community.
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