Expert shares safety tips for spotting red flags when using dating apps in Houston

HOUSTON – Houston police say a home invasion near West Alabama and Brandt streets in Montrose may have been connected to a dating app — and a local domestic violence advocate for victims is urging people to stay alert when meeting strangers online.

Four people were inside the home when a suspect forced his way inside and threatened them, according to the Houston Police Department. K-9 and patrol units took the suspect into custody, and no one was hurt.

HPD says the suspect had previously met one of the occupants on a dating site before showing up at the home unannounced. The people inside were able to get out safely…

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