Wood County Sheriff’s Report May 2-8, 2018
Wood County Sheriff’s Report for May 2, 2018 to May 8, 2018.: Disturbance: 3; Thefts: 5; Burglaries: 0; Terroristic Threats: 0; Criminal Mischief’s: 2; Inquests: 0; Suspicious Circumstances: 5; Suspicious Vehicles: 10; Suspicious Persons: 1; Alarms: 6; Harassments: 1; Criminal Trespasses: 0; Scams: 1; Frauds: 0; Abandoned Vehicles: 1 ; Cows Out: 11; Horses Out: 6; Welfare Checks: 6; Assaults: 0; Dog Bites: 3; Fires: 0; Noise Complaints: 3; Disputes: 3; Arrest/Warrant Services: 8; Reckless Drivers: 5; Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle: 0; Shots Fired: 1; Other: Traffic Stops (7); Abandoned 911 Call (1); Dangerous Dog (1)
May 2nd
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2088 near Quitman, at approximately 1:00 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on HWY 182 near Alba; at approximately 1:45 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on HWY 37 near Mineola, at approximately 2:09 a.m. Jeremy Barnes, 28, of Tyler, was arrested for Driving While License Invalid with Previous Conviction.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1600 near Alba, at approximately 9:31 a.m., in reference to a theft. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and determined it was a civil matter.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:19 p.m., in reference to a dog bite that occurred on PR 3986 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1799 near Mineola, at approximately 4:16 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2768 near Mineola, at approximately 5:56 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 6:02 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 6:27 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances on CR 1563 near Alba.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2276 near Mineola, at approximately 6:49 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Parties were separated for the night.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 2290 near Mineola; at approximately 6:57 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2195 near Mineola; at approximately 8:26 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 8:36 p.m., in reference to a theft that occurred on CR 3802 near Hawkins. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several gas cans from the reporting party’s property. Deputies advised the reporting party that extra patrol would be provided.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 3164 near Quitman; at approximately 9:22 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
At 9:40 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1660 near Alba.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 3987 near Winnsboro; at approximately 10:07 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on CR 3522 near Hawkins; at approximately 10:51 p.m. Vester Battee, 27, of Hawkins, was arrested for an outstanding warrant. Corey Stevenson, 27, of Hawkins, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
May 3rd
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4242 near Winnsboro; at approximately 12:34 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Goode St. in Quitman; at approximately 1:32 a.m. Matthew Gengelbach, 31, of Carrolton, was arrested for an outstanding warrant, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon, and Prohibited Substance in a Correctional Facility-Alcohol/Drug/Phone/Tobacco.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3170 near Quitman, at approximately 7:25 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any individuals.
At 7:56 a.m., horses were reported out on CR 2351 near Mineola.
At 12:29 p.m., horses were reported out on HWY 80 near Hawkins.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 4918 near Quitman; at approximately 2:17 p.m. Roger Potter, 41, of Quitman, was located and taken to the hospital, due to his medical history. An additional warrant is issued for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
At 4:53 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1810 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1660 near Alba, at approximately 5:22 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Jenny Walls, 30, of Alba, was arrested for Assault.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2620 near Mineola, at approximately 6:27 p.m., in reference to a theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several firearms from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 6:34 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4470 near Winnsboro.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 4358 near Winnsboro; at approximately 8:32 p.m. Billy Phiffer, 87, of Winnsboro, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on HWY 37 near Mineola; at approximately 8:41 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 1647 near Winnsboro; at approximately 8:51 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 11:46 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. The individual was located and transported to the hospital by EMS.
May 4th
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1647 near Winnsboro, at approximately 6:33 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies checked the area and everything was OK.
At 7:25 a.m., horses were reported out on HWY 37 near Mineola.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2225 near Quitman, at approximately 7:51 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the manager of the building and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:54 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 49 near Mineola, at approximately 9:11 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched o CR 3135 near Quitman, at approximately 9:22 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. The individual was located and transported to the hospital by EMS.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:56 a.m., in reference to harassment that occurred on FM 2088 near Quitman. The reporting party only wanted this to be recorded for possible future incidents.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Yantis, at approximately 12:30 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 515 near Alba; at approximately 2:29 p.m. Daniel wells, 71, of Alba, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Karen Lane in Mineola; at approximately 4:31 p.m. Danny Wrysinski, 54, of Mineola, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
At 7:11 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 2400 near Mineola.
At 7:12 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4878 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to SPUR 514 near Yantis, at approximately 8:57 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Parties were separated for the night.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on HWY 154 near Quitman; at approximately 9:01 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 17 near Alba, at approximately 9:55 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any individuals.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on CR 2100 near Quitman; at approximately 11:04 p.m. Kallie Hallonquist, 18, of Quitman, was arrested for Possession of Marijuana.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1795 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:49 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and cleared the incident.
May 5th
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1660 near Alba, at approximately 1:04 a.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies spoke with the owner of the residence and cleared the incident.
At 9:32 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 2260 near Mineola.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1558 near Alba, at approximately 12:20 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a utility trailer from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Alba, at approximately 1:50 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4700 near Winnsboro, at approximately 3:58 p.m., in reference to a dangerous dog. This case is active.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 6:32 p.m., in reference to a scam that occurred on FM 515 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3540 near Hawkins, at approximately 6:45 p.m., in reference to a dog bite. The owner of the dog was advised of the quarantine protocol and the incident was cleared.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2140 near Quitman, at approximately 7:39 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies were advised the reporting party made contact with the home owner and everything was OK.
At 7:41 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1660 near Alba.
At 8:06 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 69 near Como.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Wigley St. in Mineola; at approximately 8:47 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
May 6th
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on HWY 69 near Alba; at approximately 12:34 p.m. Jerry Parish, 37, of Yantis, was arrested for Driving While License Invalid with Previous Conviction.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2332 near Mineola, at approximately 1:23 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 852 near Winnsboro, at approximately 7:34 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1971 near Yantis, at approximately 10:29 a.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 11:01 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2117 near Quitman, at approximately 12:28 p.m., in reference to a dog bite. The owner of the dog was advised of the quarantine protocol. This case is active.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2380 near Alba, at approximately 1:57 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
At 6:51 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 3230 near Quitman.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Zola St in Quitman; at approximately 7:23 p.m. Betty Fergason, 70, of Quitman, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 1807 near Yantis; at approximately 8:55 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
May 7th
At 12:52 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Quitman.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle at Lake Winnsboro point; at approximately 1:28 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Hawkins, at approximately 2:54 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 6:02 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies determined that a power outage on the residence was the reason for the alarm to go off.
At 7:18 a.m., horses were reported out on HWY 37 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2375 near Mineola, at approximately 8:32 a.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4847 near Winnsboro, at approximately 9:15 a.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Actors, or actors unknown, damaged the reporting party’s vehicle.
At 10:32 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1660 near Alba.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 779 near Alba, at approximately 11:41 a.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies located the individual shooting the gun and everything was OK.
At 8:45 p.m., horses were reported out on HWY 154 near Yantis.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle at Lake Holbrook boat ramp; at approximately 11:31 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
May 8th
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Hawkins, at approximately 1:21 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Walnut St. in Yantis; at approximately 8:05 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 49 near Pine Mills, at approximately 10:36 a.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3431 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:14 a.m., in reference to an abandoned vehicle. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 514 near Yantis, at approximately 1:29 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole mail from the reporting party’s residence.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on HWY 154 near Yantis, at approximately 1:40 p.m. Erica Bird, 35, of Quinlan, was arrested for outstanding warrants. Jason Brewer, 40, of Cookville, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
At 3:56 p.m., horses were reported out on CR 2150 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Mineola, at approximately 4:52 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1676 near Alba, at approximately 7:11 p.m., in reference to an abandoned 911 call. Deputies arrived and checked the area. Casey Plunk, 39, of Alba, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on HWY 154 near Quitman; at approximately 8:02 p.m. Jason Bishop, 45, of Quitman, was arrested for Possession of Marijuana and Possession of a Controlled Substance.
Between the dates of May 2 and May 8, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included Police Departments and Child Protective Services.
Between the dates of May 2 and May 8, Wood County Sheriff’s Investigators filed 5 cases with the District Attorney, obtained 1 arrest warrant and arrested the individual, and recovered $5,000 worth of stolen property.
Total Jail Count – 142 inmates – 124 males and 18 females.
Sheriff Castloo would like to remind everyone…if you have any information on these or any other crimes, please contact the Wood County Sheriff’s Office at 903-763-2201 or Crime Stoppers at 903-763-CASH.
Contact the Wood County Sheriff’s Office if you notice any suspicious vehicles or activity around your neighborhood. Please be aware are of your surroundings.
