Bayer blast trial probes cause of 2006 TDI explosion
An Anahuac jury hears Bayer defense and plaintiffs claim that the Sept 26 2006 TDI process explosion at the Bayer Material Science Baytown plant was preventable. Former unit head Bill Brady admits Bayer actions led to the incident while noting no final negligence verdict. OSHA violations and missing safety procedures are highlighted as factors in the 22 hospitalizations. The trial continues at Chambers County Annex Building.
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Bayer
Baytown
Bill Brady
Brady
John Eddie Williams
Jose Castro
William Villatoro
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHA
Williams
TDI
Castro
Villatoro
Gregory Ulmer
Ulmer
Chambers County
Robbery reported near Woodcreek Village Apartments
A Baytown man walking near Woodcreek Village Apartments on Garth Road was accosted by a Black man who struck him and took his wallet. The victim sustained no serious injuries.
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Baytown
Woodcreek Village
Garth Road
Theft strikes two vehicles on Interstate 10 in Texas
A white 2002 Chevy pickup had its tailgate stolen from the Sleep Inn area between Tuesday night and Wednesday morning, with more than $1,000 in damage. In Baytown at Cracker Barrel, a family dining Wednesday evening found almost $2,500 in items stolen from their car after the drivers’ side lock was picked.
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Sleep Inn
Interstate 10
Baytown
Identity thief lands job in North Richland Hills
A Baytown man reports an identity thief used his name to secure employment in North Richland Hills. He learned of the offense Wednesday when contacted by authorities. Police are investigating the case.
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Baytown
North Richland Hills
Santana, Massey win chamber races
Gilbert Santana won the Baytown Chamber of Commerce Community Challenge at the O Reilly Spring Nationals beating all rivals in the park speed event. Deer Park Police Capt. Sharon Massey surprised by finishing first despite never racing before, crediting instruction for her performance.
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Gilbert Santana
Chamber of Commerce
Santana
O’reilly
Baytown
Chevron Phillips
Dan Coombs
Chamber
Coombs
Gilbert
Deer Park
Baytown Police Brief: 49 Offense Reports In 24 Hours
Baytown police logged 49 offense reports from 6 a.m. Wednesday to 6 a.m. Thursday, including two assaults, one burglary, 11 vehicle burglaries, one criminal mischief incident, one robbery, three thefts, eight other arrests and 22 miscellaneous offenses. There were two major crashes and three minor crashes. Crime Stoppers offers tips. call 281-427-TIPS. Full report at baytown.org.
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Baytown
City of
Baytown stabbing suspect nabbed after high speed flight
Crosby man James Anderson was stabbed after drinks with suspect Donovan Allen at 2843 Bay Oaks Harbor Drive in Baytown. Anderson was airlifted to Memorial Hermann in critical condition as Allen was detained with bloodstained clothing. bond set at 30000 for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
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Crosby
Baytown
James Anderson
Memorial Hermann Hospital
Bay Oaks Harbor Drive
Anderson
Donovan Allen
Stacy Akers
Allen
Memorial Hermann
Tara Sullivan
Racing traffic plan announced for Houston Raceway return
HRP officials outlined a one way eastbound flow on FM 565 during event days with two way traffic on a section to Gate 5. Gates 1 through 5 will allocate participants media VIPs disabled patrons general admission, SH 99 will route fans to the track, and SH 99 will be toll until September when it becomes free. Gates open at 7:30 a.m. daily with a full midway and pit access for all tickets.
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Seth Angel
HRP
TXDOT
Angel
Chambers County
SH 99
SH 146
Houstonraceway.com
Finley recalls Roughneck practice and Bobby's leadership
Retired Baytown Sun editor Jim Finley writes about a Roughneck workout where Bobby quarterbacked the offense in football pants and a T shirt. He recalls hits, the improvised game, and the Roughnecks winning, with a playful aside that they may have cheated. He expresses appreciation for Bobby and Jo Ann.
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Buffaloe
Roughnecks
Jo Ann
Jim Finley
The
Baytown Sun
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