Galena Park, TX 1 day ago. Kids who want to may reach out during school hours or after hours text "SUPPORT" to (832) 479-2135. Law enforcement sources identified their killer as 38-year-old Humberto Valdez-Saldana, also known as Valentin. The Galena Park Police Department responded to the shooting in the 1300 block of Keene Street. I saw someone run down the road there, so I got up, said David Brown, who lives across the street. Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved. Police in Galena Park found a teen boy shot to death outside a home Monday and blood from another person . Detectives are trying to figure out who shot and killed Galena Park High School student Marcos Orta shortly after school ended on Thursday. We don't know the details of what led up to the shooting, but a family friend identified two of the victims as 19-year-old Sayuri Gil, who was six months pregnant, and 13-year-old Melany Torres. The boyfriend then shot and killed himself. Even when I was feeling bad, they always had a positive comment. There are multiple parking options available for those looking to attend the Houston Rodeo. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the 38-year-old shooter was the live-in boyfriend of the sisters' mother. As Day 2 of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo kicks off, Meteorologist John Dawson gives us a look at what's in our forecast before you head out to NRG Stadium. Igor Mangushev, a Russian mercenary and propagandist, who months ago staged a gruesome stunt in which he brandished the skull allegedly of oneof the fallen Ukrainian defenders of Azovstal, has been shot in the head, Ukrainian journalist Denys Kazanskyi reported on Telegram on Feb. 5. BACKGROUND: 17-year-old male student shot, killed near Galena Park Community Center. She was not home at the time. Copyright 2023 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. A win would send the Rockets into the . v. Doe, which held that student-led, student-initiated prayer at football games violates the Establishment Clause of the United States Constitution.. Deputies said the suspects then fled the scene in a silver-colored sedan, possibly a Toyota Camry. The suspect ended up shooting and killing himself by the time authorities arrived. 4931 E Ridgecreek Dr was last sold on Feb 8, 1999 for $17,199. Loved ones say Gill was six months pregnant. According to deputies, Valdez-Saldana was dating his current girlfriend for about two years. Copyright 2023 KTRK-TV. Investigators said he shot and killed the teens before turning the gun on himself. 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Shooting that killed Galena Park HS senior near campus may have been drug-related, police say, Sources identify man accused of killing 3 teens in murder-suicide, sexually assaulting another. She was not home at the time when officials say he killed two of her daughters, one of their friends, and, sexually assaulted her 12-year-old daughter who managed to escape with her 1-year-old niece. All Rights Reserved. She was a really happy person. Travis Scott performs at Day 1 of the Astroworld Music Festival at NRG Park on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, in Houston. You know, I have two daughters. "Were told that other than him having a dating relationship with the female homeowner for the last two-plus years. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez says three teenagers were killed including a 19-year-old who was pregnant at the time. He says the family is waiting to get more information from police. Galena Park ISD regularly provides mass notifications to parents, guardians, students, and faculty regarding weather closures, threat situations, event scheduling, or to provide other important education-related information. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the students families and friends and ask you to keep them in your thoughts and prayers. I received a call last night and they told me my niece was shot. Another neighbor who wanted to stay anonymous says she helped wrap the 12-year-old and baby in blankets. Four people, including three teenage girls, were shot and killed in an apparent murder-suicide at a home in Galena Park late Saturday, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said. ORIGINAL REPORT: Shooting that killed 17-year-old near Galena Park HS was 'not accidental,' authorities say. "Now I'm scared to go to sleep. Both of them," Suzanna Villa Franca, a family friend, said. 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GALENA PARK, Texas (KTRK) -- Students in Galena Park ISD are headed back to school on Tuesday after a pair of tragedies took the lives of four teenage students from the district. According to his ex-wife, he was not in their lives and had not paid child support. The mayor of Galena Park sent the following statement regarding the incident: As Mayor of the City of Galena Park, Texas, I want to extend my heartfelt condolences to the residents affected by the tragedies our town has endured in the past week. "I heard the gunshots," says Galena Park resident Javier Sanchez whos buying food at the fundraiser to help the Perez family. Marcos Orta, 17, was . He will be tried as an adult and is facing life in prison with the possibility of parole. We put blankets on her, and wrapped the baby. Officers with Galena Park PD were called to the home and discovered the bodies of the three victims. SANTA FE, Texas (AP) An emotional audition on "American Idol" by a survivor of a Texas high school shooting prompted tears from the judges and . All we can do is push through it," says one friend. ", MORE: Friends, family grieving after 17-year-old killed near his school; police arrest suspect, 17. The annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo is no fun and games if you don't have a ticket. A 12-yr-old child reported she was sexually assaulted by her mothers boyfriend and he had shot other family members inside their house. 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GALENA PARK, Texas (KTRK) -- Law enforcement sources are identifying the man who killed three teenage girls in a murder-suicide in Galena Park as Humberto Valdez-Saldana, also known as Valentin. The third victim was identified by her family as 14-year-old Laisha Perez, who lived in the neighborhood. GALENA PARK, Texas . A 17-year-old boy was shot and killed at a community center by Galena Park High School on . 4931 E Ridgecreek Dr is located in Fort Bend - Houston, Houston. Its hard because I have girls. Lewis is accused of robbing and shooting his Galena Park High School classmate Marcos Orta, who was killed last Thursday in front of the community center across from the school. "It's like losing a brother man," one of Orta's friends, said "That's my little brother right there. Sad that the worlds come to this. Detectives said he grew jealous after another man spoke to the mother and had been drinking all day. Sad, shocked about what happened, Susy Villafranca said. HARRIS COUNTY, Texas A 17-year-old was arrested Friday in the shooting death of a Galena Park High School student, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. If you would like to help the family, you can send Villafranca an email to Susyvillafranca@icloud.com or donate to the familys GoFundMe. The 12-year-old girl was treated at a nearby hospital. Thats the last ball we used," another boy says pointing to a basketball on the ground near Ortas middle school basketball picture, which are both apart of the growing memorial. Okawville vs. Galena, 10 a.m. Thursday. Loved ones of 14-year-old Laisha Perez are holding a fundraiser to pay for her funeral after she was shot to death Saturday at a sleepover. "We live in a cruel world, man. If you need help with the Public File, call (713) 778-4745. GALENA PARK, Texas (KTRK) -- Students in Galena Park ISD are headed back to school on Tuesday after a pair of tragedies took the lives of four teenage students from the district. As Day 2 of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo kicks off, Meteorologist John Dawson gives us a look at what's in our forecast before you head out to NRG Stadium. Now, Im never going to hear his voice," Ortas friend says. The man was also found dead with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. A GoFundMe supporting the family identifies two of them as sisters: 13-year-old Melany Torres and 19-year-old Sayuri Gill. 17-year-old Johnny Lewis is charged with murder and robbery after investigators say he killed 17-year-old Marcos Orta last week. The family has set up a GoFundMe page to go toward the victims' funeral services. One Galena Park neighborhood is still in shock after four people were killed in a murder-suicide this weekend. In today's hearing, Assistant District Attorney Casey Little asked the judge to revoke the bond because Lewis was already out on bond the month prior for possession of a stolen vehicle when the murder happened. Oovvuu. Harris County Sheriff's Office investigators are trying to track down a second person they say was also at the murder scene. SEE ALSO: HCSO: 3 teens, 1 man dead in apparent murder-suicide at Galena Park home, 2 children escape to seek help. Galena Park police found the bodies of three girls, ages 19, 14 and 13, dead with gunshot wounds inside the house. She had nothing to do with this. After hearing the gunshots he rushed over, learning his long-time friend Marcos Orta had been shot and was rushed to the hospital where he died. 2023 FOX Television Stations, CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Suspect ambushes mother putting child in vehicle at Houston daycare, steals purse, BOND DOUBLED: Bond increased for woman accused of killing her adopted son, later found in washing machine, 16-year-old facing murder charges in connection with deadly May 2021 shooting. Galena Park police found the bodies ofthree girls, ages 19, 14 and 13, dead with gunshot wounds inside the house. Emmy award winning journalist born and raised in Alabama. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez says three teenagers were killed including a 19-year-old who was pregnant at the time. You see everybody came out. Four people, including three teenage girls, were shot and killed in an apparent murder-suicide at a home in Galena Park late Saturday, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said. Johnny Lewis was arrested on Friday, the day after the shooting, and charged with robbery and murder. Four people, including three teenage girls, were shot and killed in an apparent murder-suicide at a home in Galena Park late Saturday, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said. BACKGROUND: 4 killed during apparent murder-suicide in Galena Park: Sheriff. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. They were the older sisters of the 12-year-old, and Sayuri was the mother of a 1-year old. "We still think that at any time shes just going to come with my brother, and were still gonna be a full family. At about 5 p.m., Thursday, officers with the Galena Park Police . Students who wish to seek help during after-school hours can text "SUPPORT" to 832-479-2135. Galena Park ISD released the following statement involving her death, and the death of another teen that happened days earlier. . By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. The family is heartbroken and devastated. BACKGROUND: Galena Park Shooting: 17-year-old male student shot, killed near Galena Park Community Center. (Harris County Sheriff's Office) GALENA PARK, Texas - A teenager was arrested and . Country music star and Conroe-native, Parker McCollum caught up with our Sally Mac after he was named the headliner for 2023's Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. 2023 FOX Television Stations, CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Suspect ambushes mother putting child in vehicle at Houston daycare, steals purse, BOND DOUBLED: Bond increased for woman accused of killing her adopted son, later found in washing machine, 16-year-old facing murder charges in connection with deadly May 2021 shooting. FOX 26's Damali Keith speaks to students who have been . In one case, deputies are still trying to track down a second person they say was at the murder scene. The victims were 19-year-old Sayuri Gill, who was six months pregnant, her 13-year-old sister Melany Torres, and their 14-year-old neighbor, Laisha Perez. I heard gunshots last night at about 10:30. Sayuri and Melany were sisters. For months, his wife recalls, the former mistress's husband had made threats. Just a few minutes away another family is also in pain. The shooting left the 17-year-old Galena Park senior dead. "When I got here I saw (him) on the floor, I didn't want to believe it was him," he said. Residents in Galena Park are also dealing with continued violence after three teenagers were killed in a murder-suicide over the weekend. RELATED: Galena Park residents in shock after 4 teens killed just 2 days apart. Investigators believe the man was possibly jealous after someone reportedly said hello to the mother. A Galena Park High School student was shot and killed tonight at a community center near his school. At this time, we are offering support to students and staff at the impacted campuses as needed. What's said to be the largest Ukrainian flag in the country is now flying over the Chicago skyline. Man stopped at Pa. airport with explosive concealed in checked luggage, Mom of 2, stabbed 8 times, is making most of second chance at life, Man shot into ex's home twice before being tased during arrest: HPD. Copyright 2023 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. https://t.co/Rjncb7e0Dv. One dead, 10 injured in Memphis shootings at nightclub and nearby location, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Harris County Sheriffs investigators say Orta was outside at the Baggett Community Center talking with two other boys around his age at 5 p.m. on Thursday and a dispute broke out. 20-year-old Houston man found after being reported . Galena Park, TX 1 day ago. Villafranca says two of the shooting victims were her nieces. History. "They were happy girls. Incident occurred inside a residence. At some point, an argument broke out between the man and the three teens. She was a really sweet girl. Threeteengirls, including one who was pregnant, were fatally shot Saturday night in Texas by a man who then killed himself in an apparent murder-suicide, police said. The annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo is no fun and games if you don't have a ticket. She was always smiling. FOX 26 Reporter Damali Keith has the very latest as an arrest has been made in connection with the shooting death of a 17-year-old at a community center in Galena Park. The 17-year-old's parents are finding comfort in the outpouring of love from a still-growing memorial thats been set up there. A devastating murder-suicide in Galena Park, Texas, on Saturday night left four individuals dead and a young girl traumatized. HCSO: 3 teens, 1 man dead in apparent murder-suicide at Galena Park home; 2 children escape to seek help. Moriah Ballard joined the KPRC 2 digital team in the fall of 2021. 17-year-old boy remembered in Galena Park after deadly shooting. 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Now, the family is keeping the victims memories alive through pictures. "This sucks. Peoria High vs. LaGrange Park Nazareth, 10 a.m. Friday. We grabbed her, brought her inside. My friend was just visiting. For the first time in four days, students in Galena Park ISD will head back to class after their community has been rocked by tragedies. She managed to grab a 1-year-old, who was also in the home at the time and fled to safety. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez confirmed that four members were killed in Galena Park. Some individuals could check with MMA as Then one of the teens opened fire on Orta shooting him at least three times. Lewis reportedly turned himself in the next day with his grandmother, claiming to have not been the shooter but admitting to setting up the robbery. 3. Perez says it doesnt seem real and said his niece was a sweet girl and, obviously, her mother is not doing well. Though Galena Park High School had a pre-scheduled day off on Friday, the school made counselors available for students. As classes resume on Tuesday, police released the mugshot of the teen charged in Orta's murder. Prior to becoming a digital content producer in Southeast Texas and a Houstonian, Moriah was an award-winning radio host in her hometown of Lorain, Ohio and previously worked as a producer/content creator in Cleveland. In a heartbreaking huddle, friends are hugging, praying, and trying to comfort one another and lending emotional support to Ortas dad at the spot where the 17-year-old spent his last moments alive. Honestly, our family is broken at the moment. February 19, 2023, 7:38 PM. Any money left over will go towards helping the 12-year-old receive therapy. Johnny Lewis, 15, has been charged with capital murder in connection with the shooting death of Marcos Orta, who was also 17 years old. Villa Franca said the man was nice and they were shocked to learn what happened. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the students families and friends and ask you to keep them in your thoughts and prayers. 2 Okawville (32-4) Who to know: . DETAILS: 4 killed during apparent murder-suicide in Galena Park: Sheriff. The teen charged with killing a Galena Park High School student was due in court this morning. MEMPHIS SHOOTING: One dead, 10 injured in Memphis shootings at nightclub and nearby location. "Its nothing you want to hear. To say the children and the community as a whole there are hurting is an understatement. The 13-year-old was identified as Melany Torres. FILE - Brent Sass heads down the Yukon River between Ruby and Galena, Alaska, on March 13, 2020, during the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Why my friend? Investigators say Lewis and an accomplice arranged to buy marijuana from Orta, but instead they got into a scuffle, robbed him, and left him dead from several gunshot wounds. According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the incident began when a 12-year-old girl reported to the Galena Park Police Department that her mother's boyfriend had sexually assaulted her and fatally shot people inside of the house. As Day 2 of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo kicks off, Meteorologist John Dawson gives us a look at what's in our forecast before you head out to NRG Stadium. February 27, 2023 By restaurants on the water in st clair shores By restaurants on the water in st clair shores The two were once middle school teammates. Valdez-Saldana then turned the gun on himself, police said. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. They left in a silver sedan, possibly a Toyota, and the sheriff's office said it may release video of that vehicle. Investigators are talking to the 17-year-old's friends, who were with him before he died in a shooting that deputies said may have been drug-related. 2023 FOX Television Stations, CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Suspect ambushes mother putting child in vehicle at Houston daycare, steals purse, BOND DOUBLED: Bond increased for woman accused of killing her adopted son, later found in washing machine, 16-year-old facing murder charges in connection with deadly May 2021 shooting. No one has said nothing to me. This property has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,096 sqft of floor . In her spare time, she's an avid video gamer and loves to travel. If you're planning on using the METRO to helo you get to and from the Houston Rodeo, here's everything you need to plan out your ride! In exchange for her guilty plea to two charges of murder, Sheborah Latrice Thomas was given the sentence that was handed down. She just turned 14 years old this month on February 7.". If you're planning on using the METRO to helo you get to and from the Houston Rodeo, here's everything you need to plan out your ride! At some point, shots were fired during an altercation. In order to pay for funeral expenses, Perez's family is hosting a barbeque plate sale . According to HCSO, Orta, a Galena Park HS senior, was shot in the neck, face, and arm. The teens mother, Lily, stood next to her with a broken heart. GALENA PARK, Texas - Loved ones are in mourning after a Galena Park High School student was shot to death shortly after school yesterday. Three teenage girls were killed by a 38-year-old man who then turned the gun on himself. Im just blank, Perez said. They were happy girls. Lewis is charged with capital murder, but because he is only 17 years old, the state cannot seek the death penalty. Copyright 2023 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. FOX 26's Damali Keith speaks to students who have been leaving flowers and mourning their lost friend. Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact the Harris County Sheriffs Office Homicide Unit or Crime Stoppers of Houston at (713) 222-TIPS or call the HCSO Homicide Unit or Galena Park PD at (713) 675-3471.

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