Harris County District Attorney
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Official account for the Harris County District Attorney’s Office. For information, visit http://harriscountyda.com
Have a safe and festive Thanksgiving, Harris County!
November 26, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Have a safe and festive Thanksgiving, Harris County!
Welcome to the season of gift giving, online shopping, holiday card sending, and…mail theft.
It’s big business this time of year. Sure, you probably already know not to send cash in Christmas cards, but did you know sending a check is worse?
It’s big business this time of year. Sure, you probably already know not to send cash in Christmas cards, but did you know sending a check is worse?
November 25, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Welcome to the season of gift giving, online shopping, holiday card sending, and…mail theft.
It’s big business this time of year. Sure, you probably already know not to send cash in Christmas cards, but did you know sending a check is worse?
It’s big business this time of year. Sure, you probably already know not to send cash in Christmas cards, but did you know sending a check is worse?
Happy Thanksgiving week, Harris County.
At HCDAO, we’re grateful to everyone who came out this weekend to help pack and hand out meals for families across our community. Prosecutors, support staff, investigators, and our families gave their time and made a real difference.
At HCDAO, we’re grateful to everyone who came out this weekend to help pack and hand out meals for families across our community. Prosecutors, support staff, investigators, and our families gave their time and made a real difference.
November 24, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Happy Thanksgiving week, Harris County.
At HCDAO, we’re grateful to everyone who came out this weekend to help pack and hand out meals for families across our community. Prosecutors, support staff, investigators, and our families gave their time and made a real difference.
At HCDAO, we’re grateful to everyone who came out this weekend to help pack and hand out meals for families across our community. Prosecutors, support staff, investigators, and our families gave their time and made a real difference.
Join us this Saturday!
November 21, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Join us this Saturday!
Today, we remember Olegario Aguilar Jr., father to four children, murdered at a carwash more than three years ago.
Monday, a jury sentenced Aguilar’s killer, Gabino Ibarra, to life in prison. Justice for Aguilar. Justice for his family.
Monday, a jury sentenced Aguilar’s killer, Gabino Ibarra, to life in prison. Justice for Aguilar. Justice for his family.
November 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Today, we remember Olegario Aguilar Jr., father to four children, murdered at a carwash more than three years ago.
Monday, a jury sentenced Aguilar’s killer, Gabino Ibarra, to life in prison. Justice for Aguilar. Justice for his family.
Monday, a jury sentenced Aguilar’s killer, Gabino Ibarra, to life in prison. Justice for Aguilar. Justice for his family.
Today, we honor all of those who have served and who continue to serve in the U.S military.
Veterans: we thank you and we salute you. Your bravery and commitment make this country what it is.
Veterans: we thank you and we salute you. Your bravery and commitment make this country what it is.
November 11, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Today, we honor all of those who have served and who continue to serve in the U.S military.
Veterans: we thank you and we salute you. Your bravery and commitment make this country what it is.
Veterans: we thank you and we salute you. Your bravery and commitment make this country what it is.
Across Harris County, nearly 900,000 people rely on SNAP benefits to put food on the table. While food banks are doing everything they can, they simply cannot fill the gap left by those benefits being suspended or significantly reduced.
November 7, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Across Harris County, nearly 900,000 people rely on SNAP benefits to put food on the table. While food banks are doing everything they can, they simply cannot fill the gap left by those benefits being suspended or significantly reduced.
Have fun and stay safe, Harris County!
October 31, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Have fun and stay safe, Harris County!
“We’re prioritizing high-risk cases with trauma-informed prosecutors. It’s about PREVENTION. It’s about helping survivors navigate trauma and building a safety net. To the survivors…you deserve to be met with care and not conditions.”
It’s that simple.
It’s that simple.
October 28, 2025 at 5:33 PM
“We’re prioritizing high-risk cases with trauma-informed prosecutors. It’s about PREVENTION. It’s about helping survivors navigate trauma and building a safety net. To the survivors…you deserve to be met with care and not conditions.”
It’s that simple.
It’s that simple.
Joe McMullin collected people. Because people couldn’t help but love Joe.
And Joe loved Houston. He was proud to be from Harris County. He trusted his community—strangers and all.
And Joe loved Houston. He was proud to be from Harris County. He trusted his community—strangers and all.
October 23, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Joe McMullin collected people. Because people couldn’t help but love Joe.
And Joe loved Houston. He was proud to be from Harris County. He trusted his community—strangers and all.
And Joe loved Houston. He was proud to be from Harris County. He trusted his community—strangers and all.
The relationship between police and prosecutors is a special one. Both carry badges. But only officers must run into the danger.
October 13, 2025 at 9:04 PM
The relationship between police and prosecutors is a special one. Both carry badges. But only officers must run into the danger.
Jurors have given justice to 20-year-old Caleb Rickenbacher, who was killed in a crash on November 19, 2022. The jury found 20-year-old Destin Quintero guilty of felony murder. Quintero was 17 when, according to testimony, he stole an SUV.
October 2, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Jurors have given justice to 20-year-old Caleb Rickenbacher, who was killed in a crash on November 19, 2022. The jury found 20-year-old Destin Quintero guilty of felony murder. Quintero was 17 when, according to testimony, he stole an SUV.
Last week, your elected leaders passed a budget that will help us sustain the largest expansion in the DA's office in recent history. Watch to learn more:
September 30, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Last week, your elected leaders passed a budget that will help us sustain the largest expansion in the DA's office in recent history. Watch to learn more:
"Everyone liked him. He was funny, extremely smart, and extremely loyal."
That’s what Austin Thomerson’s partner told media in November 2019 after Austin was shot to death trying to protect another member of our community while visiting a pawn shop in southwest Houston.
That’s what Austin Thomerson’s partner told media in November 2019 after Austin was shot to death trying to protect another member of our community while visiting a pawn shop in southwest Houston.
September 24, 2025 at 6:20 PM
"Everyone liked him. He was funny, extremely smart, and extremely loyal."
That’s what Austin Thomerson’s partner told media in November 2019 after Austin was shot to death trying to protect another member of our community while visiting a pawn shop in southwest Houston.
That’s what Austin Thomerson’s partner told media in November 2019 after Austin was shot to death trying to protect another member of our community while visiting a pawn shop in southwest Houston.
Justice for 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez.
A jury has just found Tony Earls guilty of Manslaughter. They deliberated for less than an hour.
On Valentine’s Day 2022, the Alvarez family was headed to eat pizza at one of Arlene’s favorite restaurants—Spanky’s.
A jury has just found Tony Earls guilty of Manslaughter. They deliberated for less than an hour.
On Valentine’s Day 2022, the Alvarez family was headed to eat pizza at one of Arlene’s favorite restaurants—Spanky’s.
September 23, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Justice for 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez.
A jury has just found Tony Earls guilty of Manslaughter. They deliberated for less than an hour.
On Valentine’s Day 2022, the Alvarez family was headed to eat pizza at one of Arlene’s favorite restaurants—Spanky’s.
A jury has just found Tony Earls guilty of Manslaughter. They deliberated for less than an hour.
On Valentine’s Day 2022, the Alvarez family was headed to eat pizza at one of Arlene’s favorite restaurants—Spanky’s.
On January 27, 2022, Ms. Alma Brown reported her son, Daniel Brown, missing.
September 17, 2025 at 4:51 PM
On January 27, 2022, Ms. Alma Brown reported her son, Daniel Brown, missing.
When we choose to support second chances for people who deserve it, we’re helping create a more stable future for themselves and their families. Not only that, we’re making Harris County safer—for everyone.
September 15, 2025 at 10:31 PM
When we choose to support second chances for people who deserve it, we’re helping create a more stable future for themselves and their families. Not only that, we’re making Harris County safer—for everyone.
Sgt. Kaila Sullivan dedicated her life to protecting our community. The Nassau Bay officer served with courage, honor, and a deep commitment to public safety.
Today, Tavores Henderson was found guilty of Aggravated Assault of a Public Servant in Sgt. Sullivan’s death.
Today, Tavores Henderson was found guilty of Aggravated Assault of a Public Servant in Sgt. Sullivan’s death.
September 4, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Sgt. Kaila Sullivan dedicated her life to protecting our community. The Nassau Bay officer served with courage, honor, and a deep commitment to public safety.
Today, Tavores Henderson was found guilty of Aggravated Assault of a Public Servant in Sgt. Sullivan’s death.
Today, Tavores Henderson was found guilty of Aggravated Assault of a Public Servant in Sgt. Sullivan’s death.
Thinking about dumping that old desk on a dead-end street?
Or dropping your mattress in a ditch?
Maybe forgetting your futon on the side of the road?
Not smart. Illegal dumping is a crime that brings hefty penalties (yes, fines and/or jail time). Not to mention, it’s bad for our planet.
Or dropping your mattress in a ditch?
Maybe forgetting your futon on the side of the road?
Not smart. Illegal dumping is a crime that brings hefty penalties (yes, fines and/or jail time). Not to mention, it’s bad for our planet.
August 27, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Thinking about dumping that old desk on a dead-end street?
Or dropping your mattress in a ditch?
Maybe forgetting your futon on the side of the road?
Not smart. Illegal dumping is a crime that brings hefty penalties (yes, fines and/or jail time). Not to mention, it’s bad for our planet.
Or dropping your mattress in a ditch?
Maybe forgetting your futon on the side of the road?
Not smart. Illegal dumping is a crime that brings hefty penalties (yes, fines and/or jail time). Not to mention, it’s bad for our planet.
Within a 72-hour period this week, we extradited 3 fugitives from abroad to face justice. If you commit heinous crimes in Harris County, know this: we will bring you to justice - no matter where you run. First court appearances to be set in the 180th and 262nd District Courts.
August 15, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Within a 72-hour period this week, we extradited 3 fugitives from abroad to face justice. If you commit heinous crimes in Harris County, know this: we will bring you to justice - no matter where you run. First court appearances to be set in the 180th and 262nd District Courts.
Nearly 500 kids now have backpacks filled with school supplies thanks to Saturday's back-to-school giveaway. Honored to stand alongside the C.J. Stroud Foundation volunteers, Tank Dell & the Texans, plus Chris Hollins, and Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. Investing in families strengthens our community.
July 23, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Nearly 500 kids now have backpacks filled with school supplies thanks to Saturday's back-to-school giveaway. Honored to stand alongside the C.J. Stroud Foundation volunteers, Tank Dell & the Texans, plus Chris Hollins, and Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. Investing in families strengthens our community.
For the fifth year in a row, no Intox Manslaughter charges over July 4 weekend. Thank you to our Harris County law enforcement and community.
July 7, 2025 at 9:22 PM
For the fifth year in a row, no Intox Manslaughter charges over July 4 weekend. Thank you to our Harris County law enforcement and community.
22 shots. That’s how many times Oscar Rosales opened fire on Cpl. Charles Galloway as he sat in his patrol car during a routine traffic stop.
Last week, Rosales was found guilty of Capital murder. Today, that jury decided Rosales should die for the life he stole on January 23, 2022.
Last week, Rosales was found guilty of Capital murder. Today, that jury decided Rosales should die for the life he stole on January 23, 2022.
June 13, 2025 at 9:15 PM
22 shots. That’s how many times Oscar Rosales opened fire on Cpl. Charles Galloway as he sat in his patrol car during a routine traffic stop.
Last week, Rosales was found guilty of Capital murder. Today, that jury decided Rosales should die for the life he stole on January 23, 2022.
Last week, Rosales was found guilty of Capital murder. Today, that jury decided Rosales should die for the life he stole on January 23, 2022.
You’ve chosen a path of purpose. One that takes courage, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to justice. You stand on behalf of the people of Harris County now. You will seek truth, pursue fairness, and ensure all voices are heard—especially the most vulnerable.
Welcome to the family.
Welcome to the family.
May 29, 2025 at 4:07 PM
You’ve chosen a path of purpose. One that takes courage, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to justice. You stand on behalf of the people of Harris County now. You will seek truth, pursue fairness, and ensure all voices are heard—especially the most vulnerable.
Welcome to the family.
Welcome to the family.
Our newest Pre-Commit class comes to us from 15 different law schools across 8 states. They are talented, driven, energized, and focused. Today, we welcome them to the Harris County Criminal Justice Center. #hcdao
May 29, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Our newest Pre-Commit class comes to us from 15 different law schools across 8 states. They are talented, driven, energized, and focused. Today, we welcome them to the Harris County Criminal Justice Center. #hcdao