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
19-Year-Old Peyton Patterson Killed in WSSU Homecoming Shooting; Ziyaire Spinks Charged With Murder
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A 19-year-old man was killed and a 22-year-old woman was injured in a shooting on the Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) campus during homecoming weekend, according to the Winston-Salem Police Department.
The fatal shooting occurred Saturday night, November 7, 2026, in the 600 block of South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive on the university campus.
Police said officers responded at approximately 9:46 p.m. after receiving reports of gunfire. Officers who were already in the area reportedly heard the shots and immediately moved toward the scene.
Upon arrival, officers found Peyton Izaia Patterson, 19, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Officers began performing lifesaving measures before emergency medical services personnel arrived and continued treatment. Despite those efforts, Patterson succumbed to his injuries.
His next of kin has been notified.
A second victim, identified as Alyssa Janae Ellerbee, 22, was also found suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was transported to a local hospital, where she received treatment and was later released.
As the investigation progressed, authorities identified Ziyaire Antonyo Spinks, 20, as a suspect. He was charged with:
- General Murder
- Assault With a Deadly Weapon With Intent to Kill Inflicting Serious Injury (ADWIKISI)
- Felony Possession of a Firearm on Educational Property
Police said Spinks was being held without bond at the time of the announcement.
A second man was also reported to be in custody. However, authorities have not publicly released his name or provided details about any charges against him.
The police department said it would not release a photograph of Spinks because the investigation remains ongoing.
The Winston-Salem Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division has taken over the investigation and continues to examine the circumstances surrounding Patterson’s death and the shooting.
Detectives have determined that the incident was isolated, according to police. Authorities have not released additional information about what led to the gunfire or the circumstances immediately preceding the shooting.
Police said further confirmed information would be released as it becomes available.
The investigation remains active.