Jessica Willey

3 weeks ago | abc13.com | Jessica Willey

Nearly 20 years after the brutal murder of Joel Osteen's great-aunt, the case is once again under investigation. Johnnie Daniel, 84, was found bludgeoned to death inside her home in 2006. The murder weapon, a hammer, was recovered at the scene, but justice has remained elusive. "It's sad someone would do that to an old, defenseless lady," a neighbor said at the time. Eyewitness News was there in the days following the crime, as Daniel's family and neighbors grappled with the shocking loss.

3 weeks ago | abc13.com | Jessica Willey

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- A sergeant with the Harris County Pct. 2 Constables' Office, who patrolled the toll roads for years, often on the lookout for intoxicated drivers, was killed Tuesday morning by a man now charged with intoxication manslaughter. Sgt. Manuel Edwards, 55, was riding his bike on Gaston Road near Katy when he was hit from behind by a U-Haul truck, according to the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office. Edwards was flown to the hospital, where he died.

1 month ago | abc13.com | Jessica Willey

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- The offices of a north Harris County church, dedicated to outreach and rehabilitation, were burglarized three times this month by those the church strives to support. The offices of Get Wrapped Church, located on Cypress Station Drive, were first hit earlier this month when thieves broke a window and made off with a few computer monitors. But this past weekend, the situation escalated dramatically.

1 month ago | abc13.com | Jessica Willey

Law enforcement agencies across Texas are being notified about a criminal group from Chicago that has been scamming victims by using a fabricated story about a murdered child with autism to solicit fraudulent donations. The suspects were apprehended following a high-speed chase through the West University and Bellaire areas, but authorities believe more victims may be out there. One local mother of two shared her experience, saying she initially wanted to help after hearing the emotional story.

1 month ago | abc13.com | Jessica Willey

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- As a controversial case involving a GOP mega-donor, fake ballot allegations, and a roadside confrontation takes a dramatic turn, the attorney for the man who was targeted says it's important his civil case moves forward.