Crime
34-year-old Yamil Rivera-Perez shoots and kills ex-girlfriend, her friend at home in Humble
Humble, TX – The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a double homicide that occurred Monday night in the 8000 block of Rebawood Drive in Humble.
According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, deputies from Precinct 4 responded to a call reporting a shooting at the residence.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim deceased from gunshot wounds.
A female victim, who was also shot, was transported to a nearby hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
Investigators identified the suspect as 34-year-old Yamil Rivera-Perez, who allegedly forced his way into his ex-girlfriend’s home and opened fire.
Authorities say Rivera-Perez shot and killed his former partner, identified as Charity Freeman, and her male acquaintance, identified as Alejandro Suarez, who was visiting at the time.
Rivera-Perez was subsequently taken into custody and booked into the Harris County Jail, where he faces charges of capital murder.
According to court documents, the Harris County District Attorney’s Office has filed a motion to deny bail for Rivera-Perez.
At present, he is being held without bond pending indictment. However, if granted bail following an indictment, he will be subject to strict conditions, including:
- No contact with the victims’ families.
- Prohibition from possessing firearms.
- Mandatory random drug testing.
- Electronic ankle monitoring with a curfew.
If convicted of capital murder, Rivera-Perez could face life imprisonment without the possibility of parole or the death penalty.
Crime Scene Investigators and Homicide Detectives continue to process evidence and gather information related to the case.
Authorities are urging anyone with additional information to contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers of Houston at 713-222-TIPS.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Crime
Two Children Killed, Two Others Critically Injured in Angleton-Area Shooting, Mother in Custody
ANGLETON, Texas — Authorities are investigating a tragic shooting in Brazoria County that left two children dead and two others critically injured early Saturday morning.
According to the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), deputies were dispatched around 5:00 a.m. after a distressed woman called 911, reporting that her son had attempted to kill her and that multiple children were in the vehicle with her.
Deputies located the woman and the children at a gas station on State Highway 288B near FM 521.
Investigators believe the shooting occurred elsewhere, and multiple agencies are now working to determine the exact location of the incident.
Upon arrival, deputies found four children suffering from gunshot wounds. A 13-year-old and a 4-year-old were pronounced dead at the scene.
An 8-year-old and a 9-year-old were airlifted to a nearby trauma hospital in critical condition.
Authorities later confirmed both surviving children are expected to recover.
Initial reports indicate that all individuals involved have been accounted for, and there is no ongoing threat to the community.
A female adult—believed to be the children’s mother—has been taken into custody.
While investigators initially received conflicting information suggesting one of the children may have been responsible, authorities now believe the adult female was the shooter.
In a statement, the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office said:
“All individuals believed to be involved have been detained, and there is no ongoing threat to the community. While the details are still developing, the loss of two children in such a manner is a tragedy. Our thoughts are with the family and everyone affected as we continue to learn more about this heartbreaking situation.”
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it is assisting Brazoria County investigators at a related residence in Montgomery County, believed to be connected to the ongoing investigation.
Authorities have not yet released the names of the victims or the suspect pending notification of next of kin.
The investigation remains active.