Crime
19-year-old Braxton Johnson and 38-year-old man killed in Bruceville-Eddy shooting, suspect Romi Frentescu arrested
Both the suspect and one of the victims are affiliated with the Cossack motorcycle group.
The Bruceville-Eddy Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting incident that occurred on Saturday night, resulting in the deaths of two individuals.
Authorities responded to the scene at the intersection of Mackey Ranch Road and Old Moody Road around 7:20 PM.
Initial investigations revealed that at least three people were involved in an altercation that escalated into violence.
One of the victims, a 38-year-old man, was fatally wounded and pronounced dead at the scene.
The second victim, 19-year-old Braxton Johnson, was transported to Baylor Scott and White Hospital in Temple for treatment of his injuries but tragically succumbed to them.
The suspect fled the scene following the shooting but was later apprehended at their residence. He has been identified as Romi Frentescu.
Bruceville-Eddy PD has confirmed that both the suspect and one of the victims are affiliated with the Cossack motorcycle group.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.
HOUSTON – A large law enforcement response was launched Monday afternoon following reports of an active shooter near the Harris County criminal justice complex in Downtown Houston.
According to authorities, the incident began shortly after 12:30 p.m. near 1115 Congress Street, in the vicinity of the Harris County Family Law Center.
Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots — with some accounts estimating as many as 30 rounds fired in rapid succession.
More than 40 officers from the Houston Police Department, including members of HPD Special Operations, converged on the scene.
Officials confirmed that a Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputy was shot in the shoulder during the exchange.
The deputy was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment and is reported to be in stable condition.
The suspect, who exchanged gunfire with officers, was also struck multiple times.
Authorities confirmed that the individual was taken into custody at the scene and is currently receiving medical care.
The identity and motive of the suspect have not yet been disclosed.
It remains unclear whether the shooting took place inside or outside the courthouse building.
A witness employed with the juvenile probation department told that they heard at least eight shots ring out near the courthouse.
Another witness, present at the courthouse for jury duty, said they were instructed to “get down on the floor and cover their heads” during the lockdown.
The area surrounding the courthouse was immediately cordoned off by law enforcement, and the public is being urged to avoid the area as the investigation continues.
Multiple agencies are working jointly to secure the scene and gather evidence.
Further updates are expected as officials release more information regarding the suspect’s condition, possible charges, and the circumstances leading up to the shooting.