Crime
16-Year-Old Killed, Five Others Injured in Shooting at Woodland Hills House Party
Woodland Hills, CA – A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot, and five other men were injured when gunfire erupted at a house party in Woodland Hills early Sunday morning, February 9, 2025.
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) responded to reports of a shooting at a large upscale residence in the 5900 block of Winnetka Avenue at approximately 1:30 a.m.
According to investigators, the suspect was inside the home’s basement when an altercation occurred. A bouncer or security guard attempted to escort the suspect out of the home, but as they reached the first floor, the suspect opened fire on the dance floor, striking multiple people.
The shooter fled the scene on foot and remains at large.
A 16-year-old male victim, whose identity has not yet been released, died at the scene.
Five other male victims, ranging in age from 18 to 36, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to local hospitals for treatment.
No other injuries were reported.
LAPD detectives are actively investigating the incident and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Those with details regarding the suspect or the events leading up to the shooting are encouraged to contact LAPD’s Major Crimes Division. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers by calling (800) 222-TIPS (8477) or visiting www.lacrimestoppers.org.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Houston, TX – March 13, 2025 – A Houston man has been charged with murder following the death of his wife inside their home, while the victim’s family is seeking help in locating her missing dogs.
The Houston Police Department (HPD) responded to a residence on Emma Forest Street early March 12, 2025, after receiving reports of a disturbance.
Upon arrival, officers encountered 34-year-old Chance Zane Chavez, who was reportedly covered in blood.
Officers secured Chavez and proceeded to search the home, where they discovered the lifeless body of his wife, 32-year-old Kristen Chavez, inside a bedroom.
She had suffered blunt force trauma and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Following an initial investigation, HPD detectives arrested Chance Zane Chavez and formally charged him with murder.
Authorities have not yet disclosed a possible motive, and the case remains under investigation.
In addition to seeking justice for Kristen, her family is searching for her missing dogs, which were not found at the residence.
Anyone with information regarding their whereabouts is urged to contact law enforcement.
The Houston Police Department urges anyone with additional details related to the case to come forward.