5 things for Houstonians to know for Monday, April 5
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Here are things to know for Monday, April 5:
1. Finner to be sworn in as Houston’s next police chief Monday
Troy Finner will be sworn in as Houston’s new police chief Monday.
Finner is taking over for outgoing Chief Art Acevedo, who is leaving to become the top cop in Miami.
Finner is a native of Houston and grew up in the Fifth Ward. He attended James Madison High School and earned a bachelor’s degree from Sam Houston State University and a master’s degree from the University of Houston. He has served with the Houston Police Department since 1990.
East Montgomery County firefighter Alex Chapa dies in car crash
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East Montgomery Co firefighter killed off-duty after vehicle accident, department says
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E. Montgomery Co. firefighter dies while off-duty in car crash KTRK
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An East Montgomery County firefighter died after being involved in a car crash Saturday night while off duty, the department announced on its Facebook page.
Alex Chapa was a full time firefighter assigned to Firehouse 154 B shift. There are few words to express the pain and sorrow our department is feeling with our sudden loss, the department wrote.
The department said Chapa made a great impression on everyone during his short time with the station. His smile would light up the world! His eagerness and love for the job would encourage even the most senior of firefighters. Our hearts and prayers are with Firefighter Chapa s immediate family during this difficult time. Rest easy, brother Chapa! You will be missed, the Facebook post read.