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• Police Seek to Overcome Language Barriers when Dealing with Immigrants Play Video

  June 17, 2013 7:22 PM

  SAN JUAN - A Rio Grande Valley police department is working to overcome language barriers as illegal immigration continues to surge in the region. San Juan police officials said the surge means there is a higher likelihood they will encounter people who speak languages other than English or Spanish.... more »

• Police on Alert after Robbery at San Juan Pawn Shop Play Video

  June 17, 2013 7:09 PM

  SAN JUAN - An armed robbery at a pawn shop in San Juan was a well-planned attack, officials said. Surveillance video captured images of the suspects fleeing from the scene of the crime. The robbery happened Saturday afternoon at the Cash America Pawn near the corner of Frontage and... more »

• Suspected Cartel Operator Arrested in McAllen Play Video

  June 14, 2013 8:14 PM

  SAN JUAN - Investigators from across Hidalgo County are taking turns speaking with an alleged member of the Gulf cartel. Police arrested the man Thursday at an apartment complex in McAllen. Police said the man, Benicio Lopez, 27, is wanted in a 2010 deadly home invasion in Mission. Investigators... more »

• Police Recommend Caution during Road Emergencies Play Video

  June 5, 2013 7:59 PM

  ALAMO - Police officials say drivers need to exercise caution and good judgment when they pull over on the side of a road. The advice comes after an accident in Alamo that claimed the life of a 3-year-old and left two others seriously injured. Police said two cars... more »

• Investigation Continues into Deadly Accident in Donna Play Video

  June 3, 2013 5:15 PM

  DONNA - Officials have yet to decide if they will file charges in a crash that claimed the life of a 2-month-old baby. The crash happened Saturday night on Valley View Road. Texas Department of Public Safety troopers said a driver was fleeing from the scene of another accident... more »

• Fire Officials Investigate Blaze at San Juan Day Care Play Video

  May 29, 2013 4:30 PM

  SAN JUAN - Investigators have launched a probe into a suspicious fire at a children's day care. Fire officials said it was the second fire at the day care in just three days. San Juan firefighters saved a utility shed behind the day care on Monday. They responded to... more »

• Immigrants Return to Stash House after Raid Play Video

  May 28, 2013 4:22 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - Two teens on Tuesday gave CHANNEL 5 NEWS a look into a stash house where more than 100 people were hiding in San Juan. Police raided the home in 1600 block of Coconut Palm Avenue around 2 a.m. Tuesday. Sgt. Rolando Garcia of the San Juan... more »

• More than 100 People Detained after Stash House Raid Play Video

  May 28, 2013 1:08 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police found more than 100 people inside a stash house in San Juan this morning. Police raided the home on 1600 block of Coconut Palm Avenue around 2 a.m. Sgt. Rolando Garcia of the San Juan Police Department said a neighbor spotted several people running down... more »

• Drainage Improvements Underway North of San Juan Play Video

  May 24, 2013 4:25 PM

  NORTH OF SAN JUAN - Hidalgo County Precinct 2 officials are working to prevent flooding in areas north of San Juan. The drainage project should prevent flooding like the one left behind by Hurricane Dolly, Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Commissioner Hector Palacios said. People who live in the... more »

• Man Wanted in Connection to Meth Case Play Video

  May 24, 2013 1:27 PM

  SAN JUAN - U.S. Marshals are looking for a San Juan man in connection with a major methamphetamine trafficking case. Federal prosecutors released a picture of 47-year-old Jose Cruz DeLeon Vasquez. D.E.A. agents say in August, 2012, he was driving a vehicle where they found more than four... more »

• Police Investigate Alleged Cartel Threat in San Juan Play Video

  May 21, 2013 8:37 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - An alleged drug cartel threat found at a San Juan home unnerved residents and authorities. San Juan police said this is the first time they have found an alleged cartel threat in the city. Police said the threat was written on a bright-colored poster board.... more »

• Agents Arrest 48 Immigrants at Stash House in San Juan Play Video

  May 20, 2013 4:13 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - Border Patrol agents arrested 48 illegal immigrants today at a stash house in San Juan. The agents found the immigrants in the home's garage, officials said. The raid happened in the 400 block of Lilly Street. Most of the immigrants are from El Salvador, officials... more »

• Valley Officials Monitor Cartel Activity in Other Parts of the Country

  May 15, 2013 8:13 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - Mexican Cartel activity across the United States is being traced back to the Rio Grande Valley, local law enforcement officials said. San Juan Police Sgt. Rolando Garcia said he spends part of his day researching cartel activity that might have ties to the Valley. "We... more »

• Small Fire Prompts Store Evacuation in San Juan Play Video

  May 9, 2013 4:24 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - A small fire at a refrigeration unit prompted the evacuation of the H-E-B Plus store in San Juan. Fire officials said the fire was small and was contained to the back of the store. It isn't clear if employees doused the blaze before fire crews arrived... more »

• Surveillance Video in Carjacking Case Released Play Video

  May 7, 2013 12:43 PM

  SAN JUAN - Officers in San Juan released surveillance video connected with a carjacking. An armed man stole a 2008 Ford F-150, which was had a company's payroll cash. The theft happened outside the Palmer Produce Company on the 700 block of FM 495 Saturday afternoon. The stolen... more »

• Suspects Steal Employee Payroll Play Video

  May 5, 2013 10:15 PM

  SAN JUAN - Two suspects wanted for an aggravated robbery at a onion packaging company are on the run. San Juan police said the incident happened Saturday around 2 p.m. at the Palmer Produce Facility. Reports state an armed person walked up to an employee and stole the employee's... more »

• Sentencing Under Way in San Juan Murder Case Play Video

  April 30, 2013 12:49 PM

  EDINBURG - The sentencing phase for a man convicted of a San Juan murder is under way. A jury found Roel Lopez guilty of murdering Efren Escamilla. Lopez reportedly told police the 2011 crime started with a robbery. Lopez faces life in prison. more »

• National Drug Take Back Play Video

  April 27, 2013 10:14 PM

  RIO GRANDE VALLEY - The Drug Enforcement Administration was out Saturday picking up old or unused prescription drugs. The DEA is trying to keep the drugs away from teens and out of the water supply. The DEA says drugs flushed down the toilet may pose an environmental threat, and prescription... more »

• Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

  April 26, 2013 2:01 PM

  SAN JUAN - The Drug Enforcement Administration wants your old or unused prescription drugs. National Prescription Drug Take Back Day allows you to drop off the pills no questions asked. The DEA is trying to keep the drugs away from teens and out of the water supply. The DEA says... more »

• Carjacking Shocks Churchgoers

  April 25, 2013 8:14 PM

  SAN JUAN - Parishioners at the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan National Shrine were in shock after a carjacking at the church's parking lot. Officers said two suspects took a truck from a woman. Investigators said a woman approached the victim and held her at knifepoint while... more »

• Several People Injured in Accident Play Video

  April 20, 2013 10:07 PM

  SAN JUAN - Several people are hospitalized after a crash with a trailer truck. The accident happened on Frontage Road near Raul Longoria in San Juan. Authorities say the injured are expected to be okay. more »

• Valley Faithfull Pray for Victims of Plant Explosion Play Video

  April 18, 2013 8:28 PM

  SAN JUAN - Rio Grande Valley residents on Thursday offered prayers for those affected by the explosion in the town of West, near Waco. People at the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan National Shrine said they were keeping the town of West in their minds. Austin... more »

• Woman Arrested in Tax Refund Theft Play Video

  April 17, 2013 5:20 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - A San Juan resident suspected of stealing a tax refund from a grocery store checkout counter is in police custody. Jennifer de Leon told police she mistakenly left behind an envelope with more than $3,000 at a store in San Juan. Surveillance video shows the woman... more »

• Mistake Costs Woman Thousands of Dollars Play Video

  April 15, 2013 8:23 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - A San Juan resident says an oversight cost her thousands of dollars. Jennifer de Leon said she left behind an envelope full of money while shopping at a grocery store. The envelope contained De Leon's $3,000 tax return. The incident was captured on surveillance video.... more »

• 100 Years and Counting Play Video

  April 2, 2013 3:51 PM

  SAN JUAN - Manuela Trevino-Alanis just celebrated her 100th birthday. Now she is looking forward to her next 20 years. Family and friends gathered in San Juan recently to mark the momentous occasion. San Juan Mayor San Juanita Sanchez and Mayor Pro temp Armando Garza presented her with... more »

• New Mass Service for Increasing International Population Play Video

  March 31, 2013 10:41 PM

  SAN JUAN - The Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan de Valle is making changes to services to meet a changing congregation. Father Amador Garza said he has seen a drastic change in their services since last Easter. Garza said at 6 a.m., nearly 2,000 people were at... more »

• Officials: Crime Down at Problematic Apartment Complex Play Video

  March 27, 2013 8:45 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - Tenants of a problem-prone apartment complex in San Juan said the owners are working to reduce the incidence of crime there. San Juan police said the Condesa Apartments complex was a safe haven for criminal activity. A man was murdered there in 2012. The murder... more »

• Official Describes Perilous Conditions at Stash House Play Video

  March 13, 2013 9:59 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - San Juan Police Department officials said a stash house busted Wednesday is one of the worst they have seen in a long time. The bust happened after police pulled over a vehicle near a grocery store on I Road. The driver had five illegal immigrants in... more »

• San Juan Home Raided Play Video

  March 13, 2013 1:05 PM

  SAN JUAN - Authorities took 40 illegal immigrants into custody after a raid at a San Juan home. It happened near I Road and Nolana Avenue. San Juan police assisted Border Patrol agents. Officials said the conditions at the house were horrible. Neighbors told CHANNEL 5 NEWS they've seen... more »

• Police Make Arrest in Boat Thefts Play Video

  March 6, 2013 8:31 PM

  SAN JUAN - A stolen boat trailer led San Juan police to break up a theft ring, officials said. Police said they tracked down the stolen trailer when someone tried to register it at the department of transportation in San Juan. They said the person bought the stolen property... more »

• Police Search for Car Thieves in San Juan Play Video

  February 26, 2013 4:10 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police are searching for two would-be truck thieves in San Juan. Surveillance cameras captured images of the men as they tried to take a truck from the 2700 block of Cedro Street. The two opened the truck's door and tried to hotwire the vehicle. Minutes... more »

• Video Shows Suspects Before Attack in San Juan Play Video

  February 25, 2013 7:26 PM

  SAN JUAN - Surveillance video shows the moments before two men broke into a home and attacked a woman Sunday in San Juan. The suspects cut the phone line and two of the lines to the surveillance cameras, police said. The images show one of the men carrying... more »

• Suspect in Botched Burglary to Face Judge Play Video

  February 25, 2013 1:29 PM

  SAN JUAN - The 22-year-old suspect in a botched San Juan burglary is expected to face a judge this afternoon. He faces two counts of burglary of a habitation with intent to commit assault. The break-in happened on the 300 block of East Carroll early Sunday morning. Police said... more »

• Teen Stops Burglary Play Video

  February 24, 2013 11:50 PM

  SAN JUAN - A family is recovering after they stopped a burglary from happening inside their home. Officers responded to a call early Sunday morning on 300 East Carroll Road in San Juan. CHANNEL 5 NEWS spoke with the teen that stopped the burglary. He said his mother... more »

• Break-In Leads Officers to Stash House Play Video

  February 22, 2013 1:40 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police are looking for the owners of a San Juan home used to stash and grow drugs. Police found the drugs in the home after a break-in last night. We're told the three men stole drugs from the home on Bluebird Street. Police arrested one of... more »

• Police Release Sketches of Home Invasion Suspects Play Video

  February 21, 2013 1:02 PM

  SAN JUAN - Officers in San Juan released sketches of two home invasion suspects. Police say the suspects in the sketches and another person forced their way into a home off of Washingtonia Palm Avenue Tuesday. The group assaulted the homeowner, scared three children and stole a purse. Police... more »

• 3 Armed Men Invaded San Juan Home Play Video

  February 20, 2013 11:19 AM

  SAN JUAN - Police in San Juan are searching for three armed men involved in a home invasion last night. It happened on the 200 block of Washingtonia Palm Avenue, near 3rd Street, around 9 p.m. We're told three armed men entered the home and demanded money. Officers said... more »

• Woman Dragged about 300 Feet

  January 31, 2013 11:43 AM

  SAN JUAN - Police are searching for two men accused of dragging a woman holding on to their vehicle. It happened in San Juan on the 600 block of East 4th Street yesterday. According to officers, the woman saw the men on her property without permission and went out... more »

• Police Say Synthetic Marijuana is Readily Available Play Video

  January 22, 2013 7:49 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police say an underground network is hard at work making sure synthetic marijuana remains available. Officers on Monday confiscated hundreds of synthetic marijuana packets in San Juan. Police said the drug is extremely harmful and more addictive than any other narcotic. They said it's used more... more »

• San Juan PD Reports Record Synthetic Marijuana Bust Play Video

  January 21, 2013 7:28 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - San Juan police on Monday said they made a record synthetic marijuana seizure. Investigators now are trying to determine where the drugs came from and their destination. Police said a disturbance at a parking lot led to the drugs. "We located almost 700 bags of... more »

• Suspect Sought in San Juan Burglary Play Video

  January 21, 2013 5:25 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police are investigating a burglary at the Family Dental Care office in San Juan. The burglary happened Friday night at 4500 N. Raul Longoria, police said. Surveillance video shows a heavy-set woman prying a door open and stealing a laptop computer. Police said a glass... more »

• Police Confiscate Both Synthetic and Real Marijuana Play Video

  January 21, 2013 4:12 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - Police on Monday confiscated synthetic and real marijuana during a raid at an apartment complex in north San Juan. Officers found nearly 700 packages of synthetic marijuana and 20 pounds of real marijuana during the raid, officials said. The stash has a street value of $6,100,... more »

• PSJA Principals Train in Hostage Negotiations Play Video

  January 14, 2013 5:20 PM

  PHARR - Principals with the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District have been trained in hostage negotiations, district officials said. The district's police department conducted the training as a response to the massacre in Newtown, Conn. District officials said teachers also will be trained in hostage negotiations. They have... more »

• Aggravated Robbery Suspect Charged Play Video

  January 12, 2013 9:19 PM

  SAN JUAN - The second suspect involved in two aggravated robberies in San Juan is behind bars; 22-year-old Alfonso Tamez Jr. went before a judge Friday morning. Tamez has now been charged with two counts of aggravated robbery, one count possession of a controlled substance, one count possession of... more »

• Second robbery suspect arrested Play Video

  January 12, 2013 9:25 AM

  ALAMO - The second suspect involved in two aggravated robberies in San Juan is behind bars. San Juan Police say he was arrested Friday night at the "Y-Not Bar" in Alamo. According to Sgt. Rudy Luna, the man tried to run but police were able to catch him. ... more »

• Officials to Clean Tear Gas from Mobile Home

  January 10, 2013 7:44 PM

  SAN JUAN - The smell of tear gas permeated a mobile home in San Juan hours after a suspect took a family hostage after fleeing from police. The SWAT teams are gone and the suspect is behind bars. Now all that remains is a thick tear gas residue that... more »

• Family Recoups after Hostage Situation Play Video

  January 10, 2013 4:41 PM

  SAN JUAN - A mother and her three children are safe after a man stormed into their mobile home while fleeing from police Wednesday in San Juan. Police said the suspect threatened the woman to keep her children quiet. "Either you tell the kids (not) to cry or... more »

• Man Involved in Standoff Faces Multiple Charges Play Video

  January 10, 2013 12:56 PM

  SAN JUAN - The charges are piling up against a robbery suspect involved in a standoff with San Juan police. Officers are getting ready to formally charge the suspect. The charges against him will include kidnapping and evading arrest. We learned the man is linked to two recent... more »

• Man in Custody After Standoff Play Video

  January 10, 2013 7:09 AM

  SAN JUAN - Police in San Juan have one man in custody after a standoff that lasted several hours. The man is accused of holding a mother and her children hostage. The San Juan police chief said officers chased a robbery suspect to a mobile home park near Carroll... more »

• Man in Custody After Standoff

  January 10, 2013 7:09 AM

  SAN JUAN - Police in San Juan have one man in custody after a standoff that lasted several hours. The man is accused of holding a mother and her children hostage. The San Juan police chief said officers chased a robbery suspect to a mobile home park near Carroll... more »

• San Juan Police Reviewing Surveillance Video of Store Robbery Play Video

  January 9, 2013 1:06 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police in San Juan are checking surveillance video of a drive-thru that was robbed last night. We're told they're looking for three teens connected with the case. The M&M Drive-Thru was robbed around 9 p.m. Tuesday. The store is located on Cesar Chavez, south of Carroll.... more »

• Police Targeting City Gangs and Graffiti Play Video

  January 5, 2013 11:08 PM

  San Juan - Police Department wants to rid the city of graffiti and gangs. Officer Carlos Ramos is apart of a new department in San Juan targeting the graffiti problem specifically. Ramos wants the clean up to be a message to taggers and gangs. He says this will not... more »

• Surveillance Video of Aggravated Robbery Play Video

  January 5, 2013 10:41 PM

  SAN JUAN - Video captures aggravated robbery suspect at large. The video shows the suspect outside the liquor store on 200 East Business 83. The suspect entered the store and pulled out a gun, demanded money then fires his weapons towards to ceiling. Police say the suspect took... more »

• Police Rely on Technology to Control Violent Offenders Play Video

  January 4, 2013 8:51 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police are relying on technology to control violent criminals, local authorities said. A man charged in the attempted murder of his brother-in-law on Christmas Eve was fitted with electrodes connected to a Taser during a hearing this Thursday. Arnulfo Silguero has a violent history and also... more »

• Experts Asking Parents to Strap Children in Correctly Play Video

  December 29, 2012 10:42 PM

  San Juan - Certified Safety Technician with police says children improperly strapped in car seats is a growing problem in the Valley. CHANNEL 5 NEWS spoke to parents shopping and they said they did not know how to strap their child in correctly. San Juan Police Investigator, and certified safety... more »

• Police: Camera Law Benefits Businesses in San Juan Play Video

  December 28, 2012 8:24 PM

  SAN JUAN - The city of San Juan passed an ordinance in 2010 requiring all businesses to install surveillance equipment. Two years later, police say the law has helped bring criminals to justice. "Every night I hear something about something happening in San Juan," Mercedes Barba said. She runs... more »

• Suspect Fires Gun Before Taking Cash from San Juan Store Play Video

  December 26, 2012 7:17 PM

  SAN JUAN - A man walked into the Aguilar Meat Market on Friday and took the cash register after firing a shot into the ceiling, police said. Police said the man stood in line to pay for some food before pulling out the gun and opening fire. The... more »

• Shooting May Leave Victim Paralyzed Play Video

  December 26, 2012 4:14 PM

  SAN JUAN - The victim of a Christmas Eve shooting faces a tough recovery, officials said. Police said Arnulfo Silgueiro shot the victim twice during an argument Monday. The victim may not be able to walk again, they said. The shooting happened at the intersection of Retama and... more »

• Shooting Suspect Also Wanted in Mexico Play Video

  December 26, 2012 1:01 PM

  SAN JUAN - The San Juan police chief said the suspect in a Christmas Eve shooting is also wanted in connection with crimes in Mexico. Investigators suspect Arnulfo Silguero is hiding out somewhere in the Rio Grande Valley. He's accused of shooting his brother-in-law in the chest after an... more »

• Police Chief Wants Better Monitoring of Specialized Units Play Video

  December 17, 2012 8:51 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - The San Juan police chief said creating a specialized law enforcement unit is a risky endeavor. Chief Juan Gonzalez said the allure of illegal money can be overwhelming for some officers. He said new policies need to be instituted the next time a specialized unit is... more »

• Suspect in Baseball Bat Beating Turned Himself In Play Video

  December 6, 2012 1:36 PM

  SAN JUAN - The man accused of beating a woman with baseball bat is now in custody. Waldo Sanchez turned himself in to San Juan police this morning. Officers said pressure from media reports pushed Sanchez to surrender to officers. The assault happened at his San Juan home last... more »

• Billboard Company Joins Hunt for Alleged Baseball Bat Batterer Play Video

  December 5, 2012 9:50 PM

  SAN JUAN - A billboard company is lending a helping hand in an effort to nab a man wanted in the baseball bat attack of woman. The billboards show the image of Waldo Sanchez, information about the crime and police contact information. Police said Sanchez beat a woman... more »

• Suspect in Bat Beating Case Expected to Surrender Play Video

  December 5, 2012 12:40 PM

  SAN JUAN - The man accused of beating a woman with a baseball bat is expected to turn himself in to police. According to the San Juan police chief, Waldo Sanchez's attorney said Sanchez would be surrendering to officers later today. Police said the victim broke a bedroom... more »

• Suspect Wanted in Bat Attack Play Video

  December 4, 2012 7:36 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police are searching for a man who officers said beat a woman with a baseball bat. San Juan police said Waldo Sanchez has been on the run for six days. "She sustained very serious injuries to her body, including a broken wrist and two broken... more »

• Investigators Arrest Theft Suspect at Police Station Play Video

  November 27, 2012 9:42 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police officers didn't have to leave their San Juan station to catch a suspected car thief. The suspect came to them. Officials said the suspect, Anita Sanchez, drove a stolen truck to the police station and walked in to inquire about a person. "It's very... more »

• Citrus Growers, Researchers Looking for Ways to Stop Spread of Bacteria Play Video

  November 27, 2012 1:03 PM

  SAN JUAN - Citrus growers and researchers are searching for ways to stop the spread of harmful bacteria. The citrus industry provides thousands of jobs in the Rio Grande Valley. Dr. John Da Graca, the director of Texas A&M Kingsville's Citrus Center, explained the bacteria can cause trees to... more »

• Weekend of Arrests in San Juan Play Video

  November 26, 2012 5:33 PM

  SAN JUAN - Increased police presence during the weekend on the streets of San Juan has left the municipality with a crowded city jail. San Juan Police Chief Juan Gonzalez said the increase in police presence was to curb holiday crime. San Juan police officers made nine arrests,... more »

• Man Charged with Labeling Unauthorized Recordings Play Video

  November 21, 2012 4:05 PM

  SAN JUAN - A man charged in San Juan's largest pirated compact-disk case remains behind bars. Jorge Luis Martinez, 37, was arrested after police allegedly found nearly 30,000 pirated CDs at a home in San Juan. He has been charged with labeling unauthorized recordings. The bust happened after... more »

• City of San Juan Adds Alert System Play Video

  November 20, 2012 1:03 PM

  SAN JUAN - Code Red is the new way people are staying connected in San Juan. City leaders say it allows them to send out an emergency alert to residents in just two to three minutes. Those who sign up will get an e-mail or text alert. The alerts... more »

• Police Bust Pirated-CD Operation Play Video

  November 19, 2012 7:50 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police say they have busted the largest pirated compact-disc operation in San Juan's history. The bust happened after a traffic stop. An officer noticed some unlabelled CDs in the vehicle and that led a nearby home where they found 29,000 pirated music CDs. "There is... more »

• Traffic Stop Leads to Pirated CDs Play Video

  November 19, 2012 4:35 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police confiscated 29,000 music compact discs after a traffic stop over the weekend, officials said. Officials said it is the largest pirated CD bust in the city. Police said the traffic stop led officers to a home where they found the CDs. Officers also found... more »

• Car Bursts into Flames after Chase Play Video

  November 19, 2012 4:33 PM

  SAN JUAN - A police chase ended with a car engulfed in flames early Monday in San Juan. Police said a 17-year-old driver fleeing from officers kept driving after one of the car's tires blew out. The car eventually caught fire forcing the teen to stop. Officers arrested... more »

• Suspects Charged in Attempted Murder of Officer Play Video

  November 7, 2012 7:31 PM

  SAN JUAN - Two suspects on Wednesday were charged with attempted capital murder for trying to hit an officer during a chase, officials said. Lori Casiano, 32, and Omar Garcia, 30, went before a judge in San Juan. The couple was arrested Monday after a high-speed chase. The... more »

• San Juan Police Nearly Hit During Chase Play Video

  November 5, 2012 5:41 PM

  SAN JUAN - A San Juan police officer narrowly escaped being hit by a fleeing suspect during a chase Monday. The chase began in Alamo at approximately 12 p.m., officials said. Police said a woman transporting a fugitive refused to stop and led police into San Juan. ... more »

• 2 Arrested After Chase in San Juan Play Video

  November 5, 2012 4:36 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police arrested two people after a chase that led officers from Alamo to San Juan. Officers used spikes to stop the vehicle. The female driver was transporting a known fugitive wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service, officials said. The woman tried to run over an... more »

• Electrical Problem Blamed for Shed Fire Play Video

  October 31, 2012 1:10 PM

  SAN JUAN - Investigators say an electrical problem sparked a fire at a shed Tuesday in San Juan. San Juan Deputy Fire Chief Oscar Lopez said the fire happened in the 200 block of West Salazar Street. Fire crews kept the fire from spreading to other structures, he... more »

• Men Armed with AK-47s Hijack Truck in San Juan Play Video

  October 23, 2012 6:27 PM

  SAN JUAN - Several men armed with AK-47-type rifles hijacked a semi-tractor trailer on Expressway 83 Friday night in San Juan, officials said. The men forced the truck driver to pull over. The attack happened in plain view of other drivers, police said. Calls flooded the San Juan... more »

• San Juan Residents Upset over Mail Theft Play Video

  October 10, 2012 7:02 PM

  SAN JUAN - U.S. Postal Service inspectors are investigating a rash of thefts at local postal boxes. Some local residents said their money orders or checks have been stolen from postal boxes. Inspectors said they expect to indict someone in the next few weeks. They insist the postal service... more »

• Immigrants Walk Away from Stash House Play Video

  October 3, 2012 10:17 PM

  SAN JUAN - A dozen illegal immigrants on Wednesday found themselves in a do-or-die situation. They decided to abandon their hiding place in hopes of finding help. Police said the immigrants were waiting at the stash house for someone, but that person never arrived. Investigators said the immigrants... more »

• Police Investigate Drive-by Shooting in San Juan Play Video

  September 27, 2012 3:48 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police are investigating a drive-by shooting at an apartment complex in San Juan. At least 10 shots were fired at the complex at 7th Street and King Road, police said. The shooting was gang related and no one was injured, officials said. "We know who... more »

• Father, Son Arrested on Weapons Charges Play Video

  September 25, 2012 10:10 PM

  SAN JUAN - A father and son are in custody in connection with a weapons case. The two were arrested after police raided a business and a residence in San Juan, police said. Officials said the father and son tried to sell weapons to an undercover officer. Police... more »

• Police Raid Home in Connection with Firearms Deal Play Video

  September 25, 2012 7:18 PM

  SAN JUAN - Police raided a home in San Juan in connection with a firearms deal, officials said. Police said a father and son were trying to sell weapons and a bullet-proof vest to an undercover officer. Officials said the raid happened at a home on Second Street... more »

• Westbound Expressway in San Juan Re-Opened after Morning Accident Play Video

  September 24, 2012 12:45 PM

  SAN JUAN - Westbound Expressway 83 was temporarily closed in San Juan between Cesar Chavez and Raul Longoria. Crews shut down the expressway, after a major crash involving five vehicles. It happened just before the I Road exit around 8:30 a.m. San Juan Police Chief Juan Gonzalez said... more »

• Police Arrest 4 After Drug Raid Play Video

  September 21, 2012 9:44 PM

  SAN JUAN - Four people are behind bars following a raid at a suspected drug house Friday in San Juan. Police said the house had been under surveillance for the past three days. San Juan Police Chief Juan Gonzalez said several tips led them to the house, on... more »

• Valley Residents Honor Fallen Army Pilot Play Video

  September 19, 2012 5:34 PM

  HIDALGO COUNTY - Hundreds of people on Wednesday lined the streets along the route of a funeral procession to honor Chief Warrant Officer II Jose Luis Montenegro. Many supporters said they wanted his family to feel their love and support. Montenegro's family followed behind the fallen hero's casket... more »

• Army Pilot to be Buried Today Play Video

  September 18, 2012 9:41 PM

  SAN JUAN - A fallen Army pilot will be laid to rest on today. Chief Warrant Officer II Jose Luis Montenegro died when his helicopter crashed in Afghanistan two weeks ago. His funeral will be at 9 a.m. at Memorial Funeral Home in San Juan. A Mass will... more »

• San Juan Stabbing Suspect in Custody Play Video

  September 18, 2012 1:04 PM

  SAN JUAN - A stabbing suspect is expected to face a judge this afternoon. Police arrested the man shortly after 10 a.m. He's accused of stabbing a woman yesterday afternoon. It happened in San Juan near Standard and 6th Street. The victim suffered a deep cut to her... more »

• Public Viewing Underway for Fallen Army Pilot Play Video

  September 17, 2012 5:07 PM

  SAN JUAN - A public viewing is underway for Chief Warrant Officer II Jose Luis Montenegro in San Juan. The Army pilot's body arrived in the Rio Grande Valley on Sunday. Montenegro died when his helicopter crashed in Afghanistan. Public viewing for Montenegro will happen from 5 to... more »

• Body of Fallen Soldier to Arrive Sunday Play Video

  September 14, 2012 5:29 PM

  SAN JUAN - The body of a fallen Rio Grande Valley military pilot will be returned to San Juan this weekend. Chief Warrant Officer II Jose Montenegro will be buried Wednesday, according to employees with a funeral home in San Juan. The viewing is scheduled for Monday and... more »

• Mother Headed to Delaware to Identify Soldier's Body Play Video

  September 7, 2012 1:02 PM

  SAN JUAN - The mother of Warrant Officer Jose Luis Montenegro is headed to Delaware to recover his body. Montenegro is the 39th serviceman from the Rio Grande Valley to be killed in Iraq or Afghanistan. He died when his helicopter crashed in Afghanistan. His mother, Rena Montenegro,... more »

• Fire Threatens Homes in San Juan Play Video

  September 6, 2012 10:25 PM

  SAN JUAN - A fire on Thursday threatened several homes in San Juan. The blaze broke out in a wooded area near the intersection of Wolverine Drive and Nolana. San Juan Fire Department got the call for help at 6:30 p.m. and crews arrived at the scene two... more »

• Neighbors Rally around Fallen Soldier's Mother Play Video

  September 6, 2012 10:10 PM

  SAN JUAN - Yellow ribbons hang outside of the home where Jose Luis Montenegro's mother lives. Montenegro died this week in Afghanistan. He was a warrant officer and a pilot with the U.S. Army. "The Taliban will claim they are the ones that shot it down and unfortunately... more »

• Pilot First San Juan Serviceman to Die in Iraq or Afghanistan Play Video

  September 6, 2012 6:34 PM

  SAN JUAN - Family and friends gathered Thursday afternoon at a San Juan home to pay their respects for a fallen military helicopter pilot. Chief Warrant Officer Juan Luis Montenegro, 32, died in Afghanistan after his helicopter crashed. He was the first San Juan serviceman from San Juan to... more »

• Police: Burglars Threatened to Kill Homeowner Play Video

  September 6, 2012 1:06 PM

  SAN JUAN - Three suspected burglars will face a judge this afternoon. In addition to the thefts, they're accused of threatening to kill a homeowner, who confronted them. San Juan Police Department spokesperson Rudy Luna said, "The homeowners heard noises outside and caught several subjects going through their vehicle."... more »