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At least 4 homes damaged in La Feria fire Play Video
March 26, 2020 5:17 PM
LA FERIA – Emergency responders in La Feria and Harlingen rushed to save homes after a fire broke out. The windy and dry conditions made matters worse. It happened near South Solis Road and 4th Street where officials are currently monitoring hotspots. Cameron County Fire Marshal Juan Martinez... more » -
No injuries reported in Pharr house fire, officials investigate Play Video
March 11, 2020 6:14 PM
PHARR – A house fire in Pharr on Wednesday afternoon is under investigation. It happened at a residence near Fir Street and Polk Avenue. Pharr firefighters put out the fire in just a few minutes. Lt. Felipe Pedraza told CHANNEL 5 NEWS the fire started in a room... more » -
Officials investigating cause of Harlingen restaurant fire Play Video
March 4, 2020 6:16 PM
HARLINGEN – A fire forced a family to close their restaurant due to the extensive damage to the interior. Fire officials are working to figure out the cause. It was an emotional day for the owners of Easy to Go Tacos in Harlingen. They received a call early Wednesday... more » -
Man arrested in connection to hit-and-run at McAllen mud pit Play Video
February 25, 2020 6:28 PM
MCALLEN – McAllen police have made an arrest after a hit and run crash left a young woman seriously hurt. According to an affidavit, Juan Manuel Ocanas is charged Monday with an accident involving personal injury, a third degree felony. Hidalgo County sheriff’s deputies say he admitted to fleeing... more » -
FBI conduct raid at Edinburg residence Play Video
February 24, 2020 5:33 PM
EDINBURG – The FBI raided an Edinburg home Monday morning. Boxes and bags labelled as “evidence” were pulled out. Undercover agents raided the property on the 700 block of West Cano Street. The home is listed as the place of residence for Miguel Garza. The address of the... more » -
Peñitas woman finds 4 dogs dead, possibly poisoned Play Video
February 24, 2020 11:20 AM
PEÑITAS – Six dogs were possibly poisoned in Hidalgo County – only two survived. Brenda Cantu says she found the dogs Sunday on her property. The animal do not belong to her, but she says she’s used to seeing them around and often fed them. “My daughter was... more » -
Police recover murder weapon possibly used in Harlingen shooting Play Video
February 19, 2020 5:07 PM
HARLINGEN – Police have recovered a weapon believed to have been used in a fatal shooting in Harlingen, officials announced Wednesday. Officials say they found a loaded .45 caliber handgun in an alleyway by the 1600 block of Throckmorton Street. The weapon was discovered wrapped in some clothing, under... more » -
Mother of missing woman worries 2 Harlingen cases could be linked Play Video
February 13, 2020 9:42 PM
HARLINGEN – Two separate investigations continue in Harlingen with the possible link between one case and a missing Corpus Christi woman. A suspect is charged with murder in one case. In another, human remains were found Tuesday are in the process of being identified. When the news broke,... more » -
1 Dead, 1 in custody following shooting in Starr County Play Video
February 13, 2020 3:18 PM
GARCENO – A man is dead and a person is in custody following a shooting in Starr County. Sheriff’s deputies responded to a call of shots fired at 3:34 a.m. Thursday in Garceno. On their way to the scene, officials were notified of “several vehicles” fleeing the area at... more » -
Investigation continues into human remains found in San Benito Play Video
February 11, 2020 3:00 PM
SAN BENITO – An investigation is underway after a tip leads authorities to a set of human remains in San Benito. Harlingen police received an anonymous tip Monday afternoon about possible human remains in the area near Business 77 and Lovett Road. Investigators started searching the area and made... more » -
Police identify person of interest in Rio Grande City church vandalism case Play Video
February 7, 2020 5:42 PM
RIO GRANDE CITY – Rio Grande City police have identified a person of interest in a church vandalism case. Parishioners have been stopping by Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, where Friday morning it was discovered it had been vandalized. Glass doors and windows inside were shattered. It appeared someone... more » -
Elsa police searching for man suspected of breaking into businesses Play Video
February 5, 2020 9:57 PM
ELSA – Authorities are trying to track down a man caught on surveillance video. He's accused of breaking into a bakery and a restaurant on the same night. Both crimes happened Tuesday. Cash and electronics were stolen from the businesses. The suspect is about 5 feet 9 inches... more » -
Man shot by Weslaco police gets $340K bond for multiple charges Play Video
February 5, 2020 5:05 PM
WESLACO – A man shot during a police investigation in Weslaco is now out of the hospital and charged. Jose Luis Sandoval is charged with two counts of aggravated assault, a count of aggravated assault on a public servant and a count of evading. Police responded to a... more » -
2 suspects arrested after stabbing man several times in Brownsville
February 4, 2020 5:00 PM
BROWNSVILLE – Police arrested two suspects connected to a stabbing in Brownsville. Officials were called out at approximately 1 a.m. Monday to the 700 block of North Expressway 77/83. Upon their arrival, officers found a 25-year-old man with multiple stab wounds. He was transported to the hospital with... more » -
Thieves leave Edinburg man broke after stealing from his bank account Play Video
January 28, 2020 7:20 PM
EDINBURG – An Edinburg man is seeking answers after his bank account was wiped out. He says checks were cashed out in states he has never visited. Back in October, Jaime Luna attempted to use his Bank of America card, but it got declined. When he called the bank,... more » -
Mission police searching for burglars caught on camera opening unlocked vehicles Play Video
January 27, 2020 9:45 PM
MISSION – Over the past 48 hours, two men have reportedly been walking up to people’s cars in Mission and simply opening them. Officer Arturo Flores says all the cases share one thing – unlocked doors. Residents on Elm Street say the neighborhood is usually quiet, which is... more » -
Brownsville ISD police officer recovering in Matamoros following deadly crash Play Video
January 27, 2020 5:38 PM
BROWNSVILLE – A Brownsville Independent School District police officer is recovering in Matamoros after he was involved in a crash which left two people dead. Brownsville ISD confirmed Jonathon Amaro was involved in an accident early Sunday morning. CHANNEL 5 NEWS is told the two passengers killed were traveling... more » -
Timecard fraud prompts termination of Edinburg sanitation director Play Video
January 24, 2020 10:16 PM
EDINBURG – The City of Edinburg dismissed the director of sanitation in late December. Documents obtained by CHANNEL 5 NEWS indicate he was accused of time card fraud. Sanitation Director Gabriel Salinas was dismissed from his job on Dec. 6, 2019. He was earning an annual salary to nearly... more » -
Investigation underway after vandals target Brownsville mural Play Video
January 22, 2020 6:36 PM
BROWNSVILLE – A mural on a plaza in Brownsville was targeted by vandals. Residents say the graffiti is putting a bad light on the city. A business owner in the building next door says when he first noticed the change in the mural he was disappointed. “Trying to... more » -
Woman charged in Pharr investigation involving 33 dead dogs Play Video
January 17, 2020 5:43 PM
EDINBURG – A woman involved in an investigation in Pharr was officially charged with two counts of animal cruelty. CHANNEL 5 NEWS reported the incident back in May. Law enforcement found 33 deceased dogs in a U-Haul. According to a criminal complaint, Christina Arriaga and her husband planned... more » -
Suspect Vehicle Involved in Weslaco Doctor’s Murder Used in Abilene Home Invasion Play Video
January 15, 2020 10:29 PM
WESLACO – New details were released regarding the murder investigation of a Weslaco doctor. Criminal complaints reveal more on how police cracked the case of Dr. John Dominguez. The suspect vehicle seen on surveillance in the November crime was allegedly involved in a home invasion just south of... more » -
Brownsville Police Look to Identify Person of Interest in Theft Investigation
January 14, 2020 3:23 PM
BROWNSVILLE – Investigators in Brownsville need the public’s help in identifying a person of interest in a theft case. Police released images of the person who may be connected to a theft that happened Wednesday, Jan. 8, at the Walmart on the 3500 block of Alton Gloor Boulevard. ... more » -
Gun Expert Explains Repercussions of Falsifying Federal Weapons Sales Form Play Video
January 9, 2020 9:46 PM
MCALLEN – A former McAllen gun store manager is scheduled to go to trial next month accused of selling weapons illegally by falsifying a federal form. ATF Form 4473 is required to be filled by the buyer at the time of purchase. Brian Guerra, owner of Lone Star... more » -
McAllen Residence Under Investigation after Reports of Animal Abuse Play Video
January 9, 2020 5:46 PM
MCALLEN – A McAllen says she first noticed the canine family of six, which she describes as two adult labs and four puppies back in July. It wasn’t until a few months later, a chain caught her eye. “He had her chained to a tether ball pole and she... more » -
Brownsville Police Searching for Person of Interest Play Video
January 4, 2020 7:14 PM
BROWNSVILLE - Brownsville police are looking to identify a person of interest in a theft investigation. Police say the theft happened at a local business on the 300 block of E. Morrison road on December 21, 2019. If you have any information regarding this case, you're urged to... more » -
Mission Man Hit by Vehicle along Conway Ave in Induced Coma Play Video
January 3, 2020 6:33 PM
MISSION – A Mission man hit by a car is now in an induced coma. Officials say 85-year-old Lorenzo Reyna was struck just after 8 p.m. Thursday. He was crossing the street near 5 th Street and Conway Avenue. “We’re investigating the speed, of course. He didn’t use... more » -
Investigation into House Fire in McAllen Underway Play Video
January 1, 2020 5:26 PM
MCALLEN – An investigation is underway in McAllen after a fire broke out overnight. McAllen Fire Department received a call around 1 a.m. Wednesday. Fire officials are still trying to figure out how exactly the fire started, but told CHANNEL 5 NEWS no one was injured. The house... more » -
Body Found Inside Home Under Construction near Alamo Play Video
December 30, 2019 1:21 PM
NEAR ALAMO – The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a body found in a home under construction. It happened on the 400 block of Lucas Court near Alamo. Sheriff’s investigators were called around 8 p.m. Sunday due to a “suspicious vehicle” parked outside a home still under... more » -
CBP Investigating Possible Suicide of Mexican National at Jail in Hidalgo County Play Video
December 23, 2019 9:30 PM
LA VILLA – The feds are investigating the death of a Mexican national. The 42-year-old died at the East Hidalgo Detention Center on Saturday. He was taken into custody Friday at the Hidalgo port of entry. Customs and Border Protection officials say the man falsely claimed to be... more » -
Family Continues to Search for Answers in Loved One’s 2008 Murder in Mission Play Video
December 19, 2019 5:01 PM
MISSION – A murder case unsolved for 11 years. No results and no new leads; just a family searching for answers and the Christmas holiday brings back reminders of what happened. Walton “Pinky” Sanchez died Dec. 23, 2008. He was shot near his home. Mission police and Texas... more » -
Police Release Names of Victims in Edinburg Triple Murder-Suicide Investigation
December 13, 2019 7:10 PM
EDINBURG – The victims of the triple murder-suicide investigation in Edinburg have been identified. According to records obtained by CHANNEL 5 NEWS, the victims are identified as 19-year-old Rebecca Lee Cantu, 48-year-old Magdalena Cantu and 30-year-old Aaron Cortez. The suspect’s name has not been released. Four bodies... more » -
Willacy Co. Sheriff’s Office Needs Help to Identify Copper Wire Thief Play Video
December 12, 2019 6:24 PM
RAYMONDVILLE – The Willacy County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying a thief. They say he broke into a windmill Saturday near San Perlita. Detective Andres Maldonado says the thief took the windmill’s copper wiring. He says the bigger concern with this type of crime... more » -
One Man Killed in Early Morning Home Fire Play Video
December 7, 2019 10:55 PM
PHARR - An early morning home fire in Pharr claimed the life of one man. The fire happened just before 7:30 AM Saturday. Pharr Fire confirmed one man was killed, another in critical condition. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Watch the video... more » -
HSI: Counterfeit Items Help Fund Transnational Criminal Organizations Play Video
November 28, 2019 4:47 PM
PROGRESO – Homeland Security Investigations say shoppers need to take a closer look at what they’re buying this holiday season. They might be supporting transnational criminal organizations. HSI agents told CHANNEL 5 NEWS billions of dollars are lost in the U.S. economy every year, because of illegal products that... more » -
Police Investigating Toddler’s Death in Rio Grande City Play Video
November 22, 2019 5:36 PM
RIO GRANDE CITY – A toddler’s death is under investigation in Rio Grande City. The city’s spokesperson told CHANNEL 5 NEWS the parents took the girl to the doctor after she fainted. They say she was suffering from a fever and vomiting. Medical staff and first responders tried... more » -
Autopsy Ordered for Body of 32-Year-Old Found in McAllen Warehouse Play Video
November 18, 2019 5:03 PM
MCALLEN – An investigation is underway in McAllen after a body was discovered. The body of a 32-year-old man was found inside a food and produce warehouse off Military Highway. Police called the case an “unattended death” of the victim. An autopsy has been ordered to determine... more » -
Fatal Crash Under Investigation in North Edinburg Play Video
November 15, 2019 10:35 PM
EDINBURG - A deadly crash investigation is underway in Edinburg. It happened Friday just before 5 p.m. on North Salinas Street. According to the authorities, one man died. They are trying to find out how many vehicles may have been involved in the crash. more » -
Law Enforcement Make Arrest in Starr Co. Cockfighting Investigation Play Video
November 15, 2019 5:13 PM
RIO GRANDE CITY – Approximately 145 roosters were seized from a property in Starr County. Joseias Flores was charged in what is now a cockfighting investigation. Local, state and federal authorities are all involved in the case. In addition to the birds, officials say they also found... more » -
Pharr Police Upgrade Body Cam System with Live Streaming Feature Play Video
November 15, 2019 5:08 PM
PHARR – It’s meant to capture, if not all, of what police officers encounter on-call. For the Pharr Police Department, body cameras have been standard equipment for a few years. In every encounter with a person, the camera should be on. The department recently upgraded their body camera... more » -
Impeachment Hearings Against Pres. Trump May Impact 2020 Election Play Video
November 13, 2019 8:40 PM
WESLACO – The first public hearing of the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump recessed for the day. The process of it all could be difficult to understand. The House of Representatives identify a member of government who they believe has abused their office in some way or... more » -
Body of Teen Found in Sullivan City near Military Road Play Video
November 6, 2019 5:06 PM
SULLIVAN CITY – The body of a teenager was found near a residential area in Sullivan City. The discovery was made Monday near Guadalupe Flores and Military roads. Sullivan City Police Chief Richard Ozuna says the body remains unidentified. Federal agents and police are investigating. Watch... more » -
Mission Police Searching for Suspect Caught on Camera Stealing Flowers from Gravesite Play Video
November 4, 2019 6:36 PM
MISSION – A Mission woman says the flowers she lays on her loved one’s grave keep vanishing. She visits her mother’s grave at Valley Memorial Gardens in Mission at least three times a week. One day, she says she caught the woman taking the flowers. She informed management,... more » -
USPS Launches Investigation after Man Caught on Camera Steals Mail in Edinburg Neighborhood Play Video
October 30, 2019 4:01 PM
EDINBURG – There’s a search on for a suspect caught on camera stealing mail in an Edinburg neighborhood. The man is seen driving right up to a mailbox, opening it up and taking what’s inside. Several residents say their mailboxes were targeted during the day and late night... more » -
Edinburg Police Warn about Impostors Posing as Officers Ahead of Halloween Play Video
October 29, 2019 5:21 PM
EDINBURG – An Edinburg woman is left shaken after a man dressed as a police officer was demanding she let him in. Victoria Cantu says she’s lucky she didn’t listen, because she doesn’t know what might have happened if she did. She mentioned the man wouldn’t leave until... more » -
Man Sustains Serious Injuries after Valley Officer’s Unit Strikes Him Play Video
October 29, 2019 3:25 PM
MCALLEN – A man is recovering from serious injuries after he was hit by a vehicle driven by a Palmhurst police officer Tuesday morning. McAllen police say the auto-pedestrian crash happened on North Taylor Road and Buddy Owens Boulevard. Officials did not confirm if the officer was on-duty... more » -
15 People Accused in Voter Fraud Investigation Plead 'Not Guilty' Play Video
October 24, 2019 1:00 PM
EDINBURG – Fifteen people plead not guilty to illegal voter fraud charges. They’re accused of participating in an illegal voting scheme tied to Edinburg’s 2017 city election. A visiting judge from Corpus Christi presided over Thursday’s arraignments in the 92nd District Court, calling each one by one; and... more » -
Police Investigating Shot Fired at AG's Office in Pharr Play Video
October 22, 2019 7:01 PM
PHARR – Police are investigating after a shot was fired at the Office of the Attorney General in Pharr. Annette Hernandez, the director of communications at the office, says the building’s landscaping company discovered the damage over the weekend. They believed the shot was fired at the front... more » -
Santa Rosa ISD Investigating Why Bus Driver Dropped Off Child at Wrong Address Play Video
October 16, 2019 10:15 PM
SANTA ROSA – A Rio Grande Valley mother is thankful nothing happened to her 9-year-old son after she says his school bus driver dropped him off at the wrong stop nearly a mile away from home. Ruby Garza wants to know what happened and what Santa Rosa Independent School... more » -
Alamo Flea Market Partially Re-Opens Following Fire Play Video
October 16, 2019 12:00 PM
ALAMO – The Alamo flea market is back open following a fire Tuesday afternoon. Firefighters from several different cities took several hours getting the area back under control. The fire did not last long, but the investigation is underway. Management at the market says for now the... more » -
Roma Officer Being Investigated for Accessing Records Play Video
October 8, 2019 6:16 PM
ROMA – A city of Roma police officer is under investigation suspected of accessing juvenile records, according to the Starr County Attorney's Office. Accessing information is part of an officer's duties, explained Laredo-based attorney Nathan Chu. "There's certain times that officers can access information if they're doing their... more » -
Authorities Continue Search for Suspect in Port Isabel Homicide Investigation Play Video
October 7, 2019 5:20 PM
PORT ISABEL – Authorities are still searching for a suspect in the murder of a Laguna Heights man. Investigators say the murder happened inside a trailer home early Sunday morning on Garfield Road in Laguna Heights. The body was found after a 9-1-1 call, when a neighbor went... more » -
Mission Man Dies in Crash North of Palmview Play Video
October 3, 2019 3:39 PM
NEAR PALMVIEW – A man is dead after crashing his vehicle into a ditch along FM 676. It happened Thursday approximately at 12:40 p.m. west of Bentsen Palm Drive, just north of Palmview. The Department of Public Safety says a preliminary investigation revealed 55-year-old Octavio Guerrero, of Mission,... more » -
Hit-and-Run Crash Under Investigation in Edcouch Play Video
October 2, 2019 10:52 AM
EDCOUCH – The Department of Public Safety is searching for a hit-and-run driver. They're investigating the crash that happened Wednesday at FM 107 and Mile 2 West in Edcouch. Investigators believe the driver fled the scene in a silver Ford Taurus. There's no word on the condition... more » -
18-Year-Old Hospitalized after Shooting in Brownsville Play Video
October 1, 2019 3:07 PM
BROWNSVILLE – A teenager is being hospitalized after he was shot in Brownsville. Police are investigating the incident that occurred Tuesday at 12:29 p.m. on the 2800 block of Gibraltar Street. Officials say the suspect fled the scene. According to officials, the 18-year-old victim drove himself to... more » -
Cameron Co. Animal Cruelty Investigation Connected to Missouri Case Play Video
September 24, 2019 5:57 PM
BROWNSVILLE – An animal cruelty case in Cameron County is now linked to Benton County, Missouri. Two weeks ago, two men were arrested after Cameron County Public Health officials seized 270 dogs and a cat from a Los Fresnos warehouse. Now, a third person, the wife of Steven... more » -
Family Question Loved One's Death in Progreso, Investigation Underway Play Video
September 17, 2019 6:09 PM
PROGRESO – Police are now treating a man's death as a homicide. They are trying to figure out why 67-year-old Ruben Garcia, who spent just about half of his 67 years in the city of Progreso and was well-known, was found dead Sunday with wounds on his head. ... more » -
Equipment Worth Over $7K Stolen from Pharr Sports Complex Play Video
September 17, 2019 4:49 PM
PHARR – Pharr police are investigating the burglary of a sports complex. It happened just off the expressway by Owassa Road and the North Cage Blvd intersection. The owner of Elite Sports Performance told CHANNEL 5 NEWS the side door of the building was pried open Saturday. ... more » -
27-Year-Old Man Killed in Rollover Crash in Weslaco
September 8, 2019 11:34 AM
WESLACO – The Department of Public Safety is investigating a fatal rollover crash in Weslaco. It happened Saturday at 11:40 p.m. on 34th Street near Hopper Road. The driver of a Chevy Silverado, identified as 27-year-old Horacio Reyes of Weslaco, died at the scene. The preliminary investigation... more » -
21st Arrest Made in Connection to Edinburg Voter Fraud Investigation
September 3, 2019 5:25 PM
EDINBURG – Another arrest has been made in the Edinburg voter fraud investigation. Authorities charged Alyssa Cano with illegal voting. She was formally indicted by a grand jury. A total of 21 people have been arrested in what the state is calling an illegal voting scheme tied... more » -
Elsa Police Searching for Vehicle Involved in Drive-By Shooting Play Video
August 29, 2019 12:44 PM
ELSA – Elsa police are investigating an early morning drive-by shooting. It happened Thursday at 2:45 a.m. on the 200 block of Holy Innocents Drive. According to police, five to six rounds were shot at a home. Authorities say the residence was occupied, but no injuries have... more » -
San Benito Police Seeking to Identify Women in On-Going Investigation Play Video
August 24, 2019 4:38 PM
SAN BENITO- Police are asking for the public's help in identifying two women. No information is being released at the time, but authorities said they are part of an on-going investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call the San Benito police department at (956) 361-3880. more » -
Rio Grande City Church Member Weighs In on Vandalism Incident Play Video
August 23, 2019 5:15 PM
RIO GRANDE CITY – A Rio Grande City community is feeling no place is safe after their church was vandalized. Anti-semitic slurs were just part of what was spray-painted on the walls of Sagrado Corazon. Police say whoever is responsible wanted to send a direct message to the... more » -
13 Connected to Edinburg Voter Fraud Investigation Formally Indicted by Grand Jury Play Video
August 22, 2019 4:53 PM
EDINBURG – The Hidalgo County District Attorney confirmed 13 indictments in the Edinburg voter fraud investigation tied to the 2017 city election. Thirteen people were arrested by the Texas Rangers last year and charged with illegal voting. On Thursday, they were formally indicted by a grand jury. ... more » -
Deadly Workplace Accident Investigation Play Video
August 20, 2019 11:16 PM
MCALLEN – McAllen police say a deadly workplace accident happened at a construction site on Dove just after 5 on Tuesday afternoon. We're told one person died. No other information was released. more » -
Game Warden Investigation into Sea Turtles’ Death Ongoing Play Video
August 19, 2019 4:26 PM
SOUTH PADRE ISLAND – A federal investigation into individuals catching and cooking sea turtles is ongoing. Cameron County Game Wardens received a tip from their Operation Game Thief hotline about individuals catching the endangered creatures. After making contact with the suspects and searching their vehicle, Game Wardens found... more » -
La Joya Housing Authority Vice Chair Pleads Not Guilty to Corruption Charge Play Video
August 19, 2019 11:20 AM
LA JOYA – The La Joya housing authority vice chairwoman accused of corruption has pleaded not guilty. Sylvia Valdez was taken into federal custody Monday morning. She’s the La Joya housing authority vice-chairwoman, but received a public relations contract, which is in the center of this corruption charge.... more » -
Palmview City Attorney Responds to Criticism over Response Time to Fatal Fire Play Video
August 16, 2019 1:45 PM
PALMVIEW – The Palmview city attorney is responding to recent comments made about a deadly house fire. The parents of 11-year-old Versidy Hernandez spoke for the first time Wednesday about their daughter’s death. They hired an attorney to investigate the fatal fire last month. The family lawyer... more » -
Pharr Home Invasion Under Investigation Play Video
August 14, 2019 5:51 PM
PHARR – A home invasion and robbery is under investigation in Pharr. Police say a woman was assaulted after three men made their way inside her home. In the surveillance footage, a car is seen driving up to the gated community on Ashley Court. Then a man... more » -
State Offering Reward for Information in Brownsville Arson Investigation Play Video
August 14, 2019 5:16 PM
BROWNSVILLE – It’s been nearly a week since Brownsville families were left homeless due to a suspected arson fire. The state is now getting involved; posting signs around the neighborhood asking for information on the suspect, or suspects, as well as offering a cash reward. Lisa Ruiz has... more »