We are deeply saddened to share the loss of Deputy Jesus Vargas, who faithfully served the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office for 17 years. Deputy Vargas was shot and killed in the line of duty. He was a dedicated public servant, known for his integrity, compassion, and commitment to our community.

He was more than a team member—he was a friend, mentor, and inspiration to everyone who knew him. His professionalism and kind nature left a lasting impact on our office and the residents he served.

Our hearts go out to Deputy Vargas’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. We also stand with our Sheriff’s Office family as we grieve this loss together.

We would like to thank HPD for pursuing this investigation for the suspect in this heinous act. We will release information on this page regarding memorial and remembrance services.

Deputy Vargas’s service and the positive impact he made in Brazoria County will never be forgotten. He will be greatly missed.

Rest In Peace, Hero 💙🖤

Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office

HAPPENING NOW!

HOUSTON,TEXAS: MANHUNT UNDERWAY FOR REPEAT VIOLENT OFFENDER WHO FATALLY SHOT BRAZORIA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE DEPUTY VARGAS!

WANTED IN THIS SHOOTING: Robert Lee Davis, also known as Sean Christopher Davis, 56 years old. He is approximately 5’10”, weighs around 200 pounds, and was last seen wearing a blue Nike hoodie with white lettering, blue jeans, and blue sneakers.

HPD IS SEARCHING NEAR THE AREA OF THE 9300 block of STELLA LINK NEAR 610! BE VIGILANT!

A search is actively underway for the armed suspect. Residents are urged to avoid the area and remain extremely cautious, as the suspect is still at large. If you see him or have any information, please contact authorities immediately. The suspect is considered armed and dangerous.

Under the new policy, NYPD officers will only chase suspects involved in felonies or violent crimes and rely on “advanced tools of modern-day policing” to track other fleeing drivers.

https://bit.ly/4jjcJe8

Meanwhile in Brazil 🇧🇷

A driver crashed into a Memphis Police car, which then hit two officers who were outside of the car.

Two Tennessee police officers were injured Tuesday while investigating a hit-and-run crash when they were struck by a cruiser that was hit by another vehicle.

The incident happened shortly before 1 a.m. as Memphis police were working the scene of a hit-and-run crash along Interstate 240, WATN-TV reports. Two officers were outsider their cruiser when it was struck by another vehicle.

That crash sent the cruiser barrelling into the officers, hitting them. They were rushed to the hospital and are expected to recover.

Please join us in sending prayers and, or, positive thoughts for their recovery. 🙏🏻

More: https://bit.ly/4jlb47F

On Monday, January 6, 2025, ASP, along with the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force, arrested Luis Danielle Valdez-Reyes, 29, of Little Rock, for assaulting an Arkansas State Trooper and fleeing from arrest.

https://dps.arkansas.gov/news/man-arrested-for-assaulting-state-trooper-fleeing-custody-on-new-years-eve/

Arkansas State Police

Prayers for the Navasota Police officer who was injured in the line of duty this afternoon. 🙏🏻

Texas: A major crash/head-on collision on Highway 6 northbound in Navasota just north of 3090 has occurred.

This happened during a high-speed pursuit and the suspect vehicle driving SOUTHBOUND in the NORTHBOUND lanes of 6 before hitting another vehicle head-on. Serious injuries are reported.

Rusty Surette

No further details were immediately available

Tucker Carlson: Suchir Balaji worked as an engineer for Sam Altman building AI, until he decided that Altman was committing crimes.

Balaji became a whistleblower, and soon after was found dead in his apartment. California authorities claim it was suicide. Crime scene photos clearly show a murder. Balaji’s mother, Poornima Ramarao, tells the most shocking story we’ve heard in a long time.

CAL FIRE and the entire response team are deeply grateful for the incredible support we've received from our state, federal, international, and tribal partners. Special thanks also go to the Los Angeles community and individuals around the world who have stepped forward to offer help during this critical time.

Your overwhelming show of unity exemplifies the power of coming together in the face of one of the most devastating natural disasters in California's history.

This graphic reflects data as of January 15, 2025.

CAL FIRE

Happening Now: Costumed performers are hanging out just outside the Pasadena Convention Center to entertain some of the children that had to evacuate from the nearby Eaton Fire.

Jeremy Lindenfeld

JUST IN: Bystanders jump into action using the fire hoses supplied by Westfield Sherman Oaks Mall parking garage after an arsonist set some brush on fire between the parking garage and 101 freeway.

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"The America First agenda is going to move forward."

Rep. Wesley Hunt praised nominees Pam Bondi and Marco Rubio.

The inspector explained that as officers arrived and began to disperse the illegal gathering several drivers broke away from the main group and fled at high speed in a reckless fashion.

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/four-officers-injured-in-collisions-with-illegal-racers-fleeing-at-extremely-high-rate-of-speed

Just rode with Mel Gibson through the LA fire damage.

Firefighters told us there was no warning the reservoir was running low and they were stunned when the water stopped.

“It was totally crazy.”
Also how they saved fellow firefighters from a "fire tunnel."

Brian Entin

UPDATE: A short time ago, the suspect was shot by law enforcement officers behind the businesses near the original shooting scene here on Stella Link. The suspect is deceased.

We will provide more information in a media briefing in due time.

Houston Police

MAN WITH MACHETE

Recently, officers responded to reports of a man wielding a machete. Responding officers were directed to a nearby convenience store where he had barricaded himself inside the restroom. The suspect was uncooperative with responding officers and could be heard destroying the restroom. Eventually, he then exited in a threatening manner, still with the machete in hand. Officers deployed a less lethal bean bag round to overcome his active resistance.

Eventually, he surrendered without further incident and was subsequently arrested on felony charges.

San Bernardino Police Department

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From The Cheap Seats: It’s Time for Some Tough Love.

‘Homelessness is a perverse symptom of societal dysfunction and diminished personal accountability’

Read more: https://californiaglobe.com/fr/from-the-cheap-seats-its-time-for-some-tough-love/

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Navasota Police Department, Texas and all those impacted by this horrific incident. 🙏🏽

We are sad to share that the Navasota Police Officer involved in the high-speed head-on crash today on Highway 6 was also killed in addition to the driver of the Jeep that hit him.

The crash happened around 4pm when the driver of the Jeep went southbound in the northbound lanes of Highway 6 and hit the officer's patrol car.

We still don't have details on who was chasing the Jeep's driver or why and no names are being shared publicly at that time. The City of Navasota says more information will be released later this evening.