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New York Post
5 days ago
- New York Post
Meth-loving squatters allegedly took over Texas home while family was on vacation
A Texas family's home was allegedly overtaken by a pair of alcohol-swilling and meth-loving squatters while they were on vacation. Jerry Vallade, 43, and Dustin Gamblin, 40, were arrested after they allegedly broke into the home and settled in — even wearing the family's clothes, driving their Jeep and cooking their food, according to Fox 26. The pair of squatters also drank all their alcohol, left behind baggies of meth and stole money, homeowners Connie and Joe Cases said. 3 The two men cozied up inside the couple's home as they left for vacation. 3 Mugshot of Jerry Vallade. HCSO The couple told Fox 26 that their son-in-law spotted Vallade sitting on the front porch while they were away. When the relative asked who he was, Vallade claimed to know the Cases family. 'He told him he knew us, because he'd seen our name,' Connie said. 'As he's talking to him, our Jeep comes pulling down the road with the other thief driving it.' The couple immediately rushed home, where they found that the suspects had eaten their food, used their shower, drank their booze, and wore their clothing. 'They drank all our alcohol, chopped up some brisket, had hot sauce out,' Connie said. Connie also found a bag of meth inside the console of her Jeep as she was on her way to get a car wash. Cops then found a baggie of the drugs inside the home, the local outlet reported. 3 The homeowner found a baggie of meth in their Jeep that the squatters had left behind. Connie Cases / Facebook 'I'm sure they were going to stay longer — Connie just found some boudin in our freezer. I guess they were going to cook it tonight if we didn't come home,' Joe told the outlet. 'At least they didn't tear the house up,' he said. 'It could've been worse.' The alleged squatters now face charges of drug possession, breaking and entering, and unauthorized use of a vehicle. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has pushed for stricter anti-squatting laws in the Lone Star State. 'Private property rights are a cornerstone of our values and legal system,' Abbott said in February. 'It is against the law to live or stay on somebody's property without their permission. We need stronger laws to immediately remove and prosecute squatters.' He signed a bill into law making it easier for landlords to boot squatters and introducing new criminal penalties for the interlopers, according to KVUE.
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Yahoo
SWAT team standoff at Houston Burger King ends with burglary suspect still at large
A SWAT team responded to a Burger King in Houston on Monday after a man allegedly barricaded himself inside. In a July 14 press conference, police said that deputies responded to calls of a burglary inside the Burger King at around 3 a.m. local time. Police said the robbery was discovered by a restaurant employee who had just shown up for work. When officials arrived at the restaurant, they said they found two men inside and believed that they had broken in through the restaurant's drive-through window. One man was taken into custody. Police believed that the second man had barricaded himself inside the restaurant's attic, prompting a standoff with SWAT. "We have heard movement since we've been out here and video footage - that's why we believe he's still inside, bunkered down,' HCSO Major Earl Dean said during the press conference. Later in the morning, members of the SWAT team entered the restaurant to try to arrest the second suspect but were unable to find him inside. Police said the restaurant would be closed for the rest of the day, while sheriff's deputies monitor the restaurant. Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at and follow him on X @fern_cerv_. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Man barricaded himself inside Burger King attic, say Houston police
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Yahoo
Wanted felon driving spray-painted car arrested after brief pursuit: HCSO
The Brief A wanted felon driving a spray-painted car was arrested after a brief pursuit, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. During the chase, HCSO says 29-year-old James Rye Sr. did not change speeds and intentionally made no efforts to stop. Deputies used a rolling roadblock to make the arrest and Rye was taken into custody without incident. TAMPA, Fla. - A wanted felon was taken into custody on North Park Road after a brief chase on Sunday afternoon with Hillsborough County deputies. Video shows the suspect driving away from law enforcement in a red vehicle that was partially spray-painted black to avoid detection. The backstory The suspect, 29-year-old James Rye Sr., has several out-of-county felony warrants, according to HSCO. During the chase, HCSO says Rye did not change speeds and intentionally made no efforts to stop. Deputies used a rolling roadblock to make the arrest and Rye was taken into custody without incident. READ: Man charged with murder, kidnapping after deadly stabbing at park: HCSO Sheriff Chad Chronister emphasized that felons can not outrun justice. What they're saying "This individual went to great lengths to avoid capture, but thanks to the relentless work by our deputies, he couldn't outrun justice," said Chronister. "If you're a wanted felon in Hillsborough County, you will be found and held accountable." Fleeing and attempting to elude a police officer Possession of controlled substance Possession of drug paraphernalia Resisting officer without violence CLICK HERE:>>>Follow FOX 13 on YouTube The Source Information for this story was provided by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 13 TAMPA: Download the FOX Local app for your smart TV Download FOX Local mobile app: Apple | Android Download the FOX 13 News app for breaking news alerts, latest headlines Download the SkyTower Radar app Sign up for FOX 13's daily newsletter
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Yahoo
Woman killed, man hurt after fight leads to stabbing at park: HCSO
The Brief The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says a dispute led to a stabbing, killing a woman and injuring a man. It happened Sunday evening at Country Run Park in Carrollwood. Few other details have been released. TAMPA, Fla. - A woman died and a man was hurt after Hillsborough County deputies say a dispute led to both people getting stabbed at a park on Sunday evening. What we know According to the sheriff's office, deputies responded to Country Run Park off Anderson Rd. in Carrollwood shortly before 7 p.m. Deputies say a man and woman were involved in a dispute, and they each went to the hospital with stab wounds. The woman died at the hospital, according to HCSO, while the man remains hospitalized as of Monday morning. READ: Domestic dispute turns to gunfire, killing 1 man in Tampa: TPD What they're saying "This violent incident, in a place meant for families and children, is both disturbing and unacceptable," Sheriff Chad Chronister said in a statement. "Our detectives are committed to uncovering the full truth behind this tragic incident. If anyone has information that could assist in this investigation, I urge you to contact the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. What we don't know HCSO has not released the names or ages of the people involved in the incident. Follow FOX 13 on YouTube The Source This story was written with information from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 13 TAMPA: Download the FOX Local app for your smart TV Download FOX Local mobile app: Apple | Android Download the FOX 13 News app for breaking news alerts, latest headlines Download the SkyTower Radar app Sign up for FOX 13's daily newsletter
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Yahoo
Woman and Child, 7, Shot and Killed in Apparent Murder-Suicide by Their 'Depressed' Husband and Father: Police
A woman and her 7-year-old son were killed in what police believe was a double murder-suicide by their husband and father in Texas on June 7 Two other people — including a teenager believed to be the couple's daughter — were in the house at the time of the incident A family member told authorities the man "had been depressed lately due to unemployment and other issues"A woman and her 7-year-old son were killed in what police believe was a double murder-suicide by their husband and father. Authorities responded to an apartment complex Katy, Texas, on Saturday, June 7, when they found the woman and the child dead from gunshot wounds, as well as a man injured, the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) said in a news release shared on Facebook. The man was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead on arrival, police said. According to the HSCO, the woman found dead was 43 years old, and her husband was 42 years old. A family member told authorities the man "had been depressed lately due to unemployment and other issues." All three identities of the deceased have yet to be made public. During a press conference, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the young boy was found 'deceased in bed," per Fox 26 Houston. 'Homicide investigators, detectives and CSI units are on scene processing," added Sheriff Gonzalez. 'Lately, the adult male had apparently been without a job and going through some other issues and had possibly sought some treatment recently,' he continued. 'But today, we don't know what transpired that led him to take this type of action.' Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? Sign up for for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases. According to Fox 26 Houston, two other people were in the house at the time of the shooting — a 19-year-old woman, believed to be the deceased couple's daughter, who was in her bedroom at the time, and her boyfriend, who was staying overnight. They were not injured in the shooting, the outlet reported. The investigation currently remains ongoing. The HCSO did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for comment on Sunday, June 8. If you or someone you know needs mental health help, text "STRENGTH" to the Crisis Text Line at 741-741 to be connected to a certified crisis counselor. Read the original article on People
