Weekly Safety Report: Theft and Property Crimes Reported in Pleasanton and Lytle, Texas
The Pleasanton Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying a reported thief involved in a theft at a local auto parts store. Meanwhile, the Lytle Police Department handled 40 service calls and conducted 51 traffic stops, resulting in citations and warnings. Three property crimes were reported, including a break-in at a Methodist Church Food Pantry and a resident reporting an incident on South Benton Street.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Suspected Murder-Suicide, Intoxicated Officer, and Indictment in Wichita Falls
This week in Wichita Falls, Texas, there were three notable incidents. The first incident involved a suspected murder-suicide, where Brian Barnwell was found with a gunshot wound to his head, and his ex-wife, Melanie Berry, was also found deceased with a gunshot wound to the head. The second incident involved an off-duty officer who was allegedly intoxicated and drove through a resident's yard at high speed. Thankfully, no one was injured. The third incident resulted in the indictment of Brandon Wright for intoxicated manslaughter in a wreck that caused the death of Cha'Quon Jeffery.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Woman Charged in Infant Death and Arson Plea Deal in Young County, Texas
This week in Young County, Texas, two incidents occurred that are of concern for the community's safety. In the first incident, a 27-year-old woman has been charged with Criminally Negligent Homicide in the death of an 8-month-old infant. The Texas Rangers were called in to investigate the suspicious circumstances surrounding the child's death. In the second incident, a 24-year-old man took a plea deal of 10 years deferred adjudication community supervision after pleading guilty to the arson of a dealership in April 2019. These incidents highlight the importance of maintaining safety and vigilance in the community.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Stabbing, Shooting, and Body Found in Lubbock
This week in Lubbock, Texas, there were several incidents that raised concerns for public safety. These incidents include a man being arrested for stabbing a dog, a woman being hospitalized after a shooting, and the discovery of a body in West Lubbock.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Tragic Collision and High-Speed Chase Shake Seguin, Texas
Two incidents occurred in Seguin, Texas this week. The first incident involved a tragic head-on collision that claimed the lives of Natalie Jean Gage-Avila, 23, and Marcus Keshawn Harris, 37. The collision occurred on State Highway 46 North and Cordova Rd. The second incident involved a high-speed chase between Seguin police officers and an armed and dangerous 18-year-old, Jeffrey Rodriguez Jr., who had an outstanding arrest warrant for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Dog Missing and Real-Time Crime Tracking in Moore County, Texas
Two incidents occurred in Moore County, Texas this week. In the first incident, a dog went missing after escaping following a crash on Hwy 287. The Cactus police and fire departments responded to the accident, and the dog was last seen between Cactus and Dumas. In the second incident, Dumas residents now have the ability to track crime in near real time through a partnership between the Dumas Police Department and LexisNexis. The "Community Crime Map" allows citizens to stay informed about public safety in their city and neighborhoods, while also providing analytical tools for the police department.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Bridgeport Police Officer Averts Vehicle Fire, Boyd Police Sergeant Recovers from Motorcycle Accident
This week in Wise County, Texas, two incidents occurred that required the attention of law enforcement and emergency services. In the first incident, a Bridgeport Police Officer successfully stopped a vehicle that had flames underneath the body, allowing the driver to safely exit before the vehicle became fully engulfed in flames. The Bridgeport Fire Department responded and extinguished the fire, resulting in no reported injuries. In the second incident, Boyd Police Sergeant Bobby Faglie was released from a physical therapy center after being struck by a car while riding his patrol motorcycle.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Shooting and Stolen SUV Recovery in Greenville, Texas
Two incidents occurred in Greenville, Texas this week. The first incident involved a shooting at Warren Park, resulting in the death of a 14-year-old male. It is believed that another person playing with a gun caused the fatal injury. A juvenile male has been taken into custody for manslaughter and tampering with evidence. The second incident involved the recovery of a stolen SUV by the Northeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force. The vehicle, a 2021 White GMC Sierra Denali Pickup, was reported stolen to the Fort Worth Police Department and was successfully located in Greenville.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Accidental Shooting and Drug Arrest in Palestine, Texas
Two incidents occurred in Palestine, Texas this week. In the first incident, a man accidentally shot himself in the leg outside a local restaurant. In the second incident, a 34-year-old man was arrested after drugs and cash were seized during a search warrant at his home.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Missing Man Found Safe and Fire Contained in Kirbyville, Texas
This week in Kirbyville, Texas, two incidents occurred that required immediate attention. Firstly, a missing man, Abel Odom, was found safe after being missing for 13 days. He was located in Orange, Texas, at a residence on 8th street. Secondly, the Kirbyville Volunteer Fire Department responded to a large brush fire that had gotten out of control and was endangering neighboring horses and livestock. The fire was successfully contained, preventing further damage.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Fentanyl Death and Diesel Fuel Theft Reported in Jackson County, Texas
Two incidents were reported in Jackson County, Texas this week. The first incident involved a death connected to the use of fentanyl in Edna. A 32-year-old man was found unresponsive and later pronounced dead. Street drugs were found near the individual, and toxicology reports confirmed high levels of Fentanyl. The second incident occurred in Ganado, where two suspects were arrested for stealing approximately 650 gallons of diesel fuel from a truck stop. Fraudulent credit and debit cards were also discovered at the scene. Both incidents are currently under investigation.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Deadly Plane Crash, ID Theft Ring, and Various Incidents in Plano, Texas
The incidents in Plano, Texas this week include a deadly plane crash, the arrest of four suspects involved in a nationwide ID theft ring, and reports of burglary, assault, and other incidents responded to by the Plano Police Department.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Chase Ends in Collision, Family Loses Home to Grease Fire in Sour Lake, Texas
Two incidents occurred in Sour Lake, Texas this week. In the first incident, a 19-year-old woman led Lumberton Police on a chase after attempting to cash stolen checks. The chase ended when she struck the police chief's vehicle. In the second incident, a family of ten lost their home and pets to a grease fire caused by smoking Thanksgiving turkeys.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Fatal Shooting and Tragic Crash Impact Missouri City
This week in Missouri City, Texas, there were two incidents that impacted the safety of the community. The first incident involved the fatal shooting of a woman at a residence on Bird Run Drive. Christopher Lee Levels, 40, has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the shooting. The second incident was a tragic crash in downtown Houston that claimed the life of Lauren Robinson-Holliday, a well-known and respected woman from Missouri City. She was one of six individuals who lost their lives in the accident. Family and friends gathered to remember her with a balloon release at Hightower High School.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Pedestrian Fatality and Community Initiative in Port Arthur, Texas
Two incidents occurred in Port Arthur, Texas this week. In the first incident, a local woman was fatally struck by a U.S. Postal Service vehicle while attempting to cross the street. The second incident involved a resident of Louis Manor Apartments who initiated a security initiative by decorating a Christmas tree with flowers, electric candles, and pictures of loved ones to promote a sense of community and reduce crime.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Arrests, Traffic Crash, and Fire Department Responses in Brenham, Texas
Five people were arrested on various charges in Brenham, Texas. On Friday morning, a traffic stop led to the arrest of Angel Peralta for possession of marijuana. Later that afternoon, Izic Aden Bogert and Gaven Lane Moffett were arrested for shoplifting. The Brenham Fire Department responded to six calls, including a traffic crash and a gas leak, on Wednesday into Thursday morning. They also responded to three calls on Friday night and seven calls on Saturday into Sunday morning, which included an alarm sounding and a child locked inside a vehicle.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Arrests and Warnings in Winnsboro, Texas
The Winnsboro Police Department in Winnsboro, Texas, reported two incidents during the week of November 13-19, 2023. One incident involved the arrest of Michael McCormick, 23, from Quitman, TX, for a warrant out of Wood County. The second incident involved the arrest of Joel de Jesus Cabral Ortiz, 27, from Haltom City, TX, for a warrant out of Hopkins County. The Winnsboro Police Department also responded to a total of 111 calls for service and issued 47 citations and 29 warnings during this reporting period.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Fatal Fire and Robbery Attempt Shake Magnolia, Texas
This week in Magnolia, Texas, two incidents occurred that impacted the safety of the community. In the first incident, firefighters discovered a man dead in a travel trailer that was destroyed by fire. The second incident involved a man being sentenced to life for killing a taco stand owner during a robbery attempt. These incidents highlight the importance of fire safety and the need for vigilance against criminal activities in the area.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Motorcycle Pursuit and Fatal Crash in Coleman County, Texas
Two incidents occurred in Coleman County, Texas this week. The first incident involved a motorcycle pursuit that began in Early and ended in Santa Anna, resulting in the arrest of the driver and passenger. The second incident was a head-on crash near Coleman that took the life of one person and injured another.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: School Burglary and Cocaine Discovery in Mission, Texas
The Mission Police Department in Mission, Texas, is seeking the public's help in two separate incidents. The first incident involves the burglary of Agape Christian School, where surveillance cameras captured four juveniles vandalizing the school. The second incident involves the discovery of half a kilogram of cocaine hidden in a public restroom's ceiling, with the police now seeking the owner of the drugs.
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