Wood County Sheriff’s Report
September 18, 2019 to September 24, 2019
September 18th
Deputies were dispatched to PR 6632 near Mineola, at approximately 12:20 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and cleared the incident.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 8:24 a.m., in reference to a suspicious person on FM 852 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2540 near Mineola, at approximately 10:07 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to Waterfront Row near Quitman, at approximately 1:15 p.m., in reference to fraud. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 5:27 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 515 near Winnsboro.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 5:57 p.m., in reference to a dispute on CR 4540 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 6:18 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. The individual was located and transported to the hospital by EMS.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3230 near Quitman, at approximately 6:47 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1800 near Yantis, at approximately 8:14 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4740 near Winnsboro, at approximately 9:09 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies advised the individual to lower the volume of the music and cleared the incident.
September 19th
Deputies were dispatched to the Quitman ER, at approximately 1:56 a.m., in reference to public intoxication. Amber Barrington, 31, of Big Sandy, was arrested for Public Intoxication.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1616 near Alba, at approximately 6:58 a.m., in reference to assault. Rickey Combs, 55, of Alba, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family/Household Member.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 852 near Winnsboro, at approximately 8:52 a.m., in reference to an assault. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 1:48 p.m., in reference to a scam on CR 2445 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Mineola, at approximately 1:52 p.m., in reference to damaged property. Actors, or actors unknown, damaged a head stone. This case is active.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 2:37 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:03 p.m., in reference to a scam on PR 7108 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1451 near Quitman, at approximately 4:26 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on HWY 154 near Quitman; at approximately 5:51 p.m. John Davis, 46, of Deberry, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2373 near Mineola, at approximately 9:25 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
September 20th
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3582 near Winnsboro, at approximately 8:27 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:01 a.m., in reference to harassment on PR 5813 near Yantis. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
At 12:36 p.m., horses were reported out on FM 1801 near Mineola.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 49 near Hawkins, at approximately 4:41 p.m., in reference to abandoned vehicle. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 5:25 p.m., in reference to harassment on FM 514 near Yantis. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to Holley St. in Alba, at approximately 6:51 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2275 near Mineola, at approximately 8:53 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the incident.
September 21st
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Hawkins, at approximately 12:13 a.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2174 near Quitman, at approximately 12:36 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious circumstances.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 312 near Winnsboro, at approximately 2:35 a.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4470 near Winnsboro; at approximately 4:42 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 49 near Mineola, at approximately 12:31 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies spoke with all parties and determined it was a civil matter.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on HWY 154 near Quitman; at approximately 1:50 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to Indian Gap near Quitman, at approximately 3:15 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2966 near Quitman, at approximately 6:16 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
At 6:58 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 1647 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1406 near Quitman, at approximately 7:30 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. Randi Knight, 38, of Hensley, Arkansas, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence.
At 7:29 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1246 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 10:36 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
At 10:54 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 17 near Alba.
September 22nd
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 2:14 a.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
At 2:16 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1190 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3290 near Quitman, at approximately 3:37 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 10:47 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 14 near Quitman.
At 4:30 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 312 near Winnsboro, at approximately 7:20 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 312 near Winnsboro, at approximately 8:50 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies were unable to locate the actor to issue a Criminal Trespass Warning.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on HWY 37 near Mineola; at approximately 9:22 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individuals.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:52 p.m., in reference to terroristic threat on PR 6278 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
September 23rd
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3250 near Mineola, at approximately 4:12 a.m., in reference to a motorist assist. Deputies located the individual and were advised he had a warrant. Richard Rice, 41, of Weatherford, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:06 a.m., in reference to illegal dumping on CR 1476 near Como. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3270 near Mineola, at approximately 11:43 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies located the actor and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2117 near Quitman, at approximately 3:55 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Arne Oliver, 39, of Quitman, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 5:49 p.m., in reference to an abandoned vehicle on PR 7573 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 5:49 p.m., in reference to fraud on FM 1254 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1785 near Yantis, at approximately 6:16 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2377 near Quitman, at approximately 6:58 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2280 near Mineola, at approximately 6:58 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Parties were separated for the night.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2117 near Quitman, at approximately 9;16 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2560 near Mineola, at approximately 9:50 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
September 24th
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 6:09 a.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2205 near Mineola, at approximately 7:38 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1616 near Alba, at approximately 11:25 a.m., in reference to a violation of probation. Deputies spoke with all parties and determined no violation occurred.
At 3:38 p.m., horses were reported out on FM 1801 near Mineola.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 6:42 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
At 6:59 p.m., horses were reported out on CR 3875 near Hawkins.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 2225 near Quitman; at approximately 7:03 p.m. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 4860 near Winnsboro; at approximately 8:41 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 1960 near Yantis; at approximately 9:08 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 1941 near Yantis; at approximately 9:27 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Between the dates of September 18 and September 24, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following: Emergency Medical Services, Edgewood Police Department, Rains County Sheriff’s Office, Camp County Sheriff’s Office and Travis County Sheriff’s Office.
Total Jail Count – 137 inmates – 116 males and 21 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 of your surroundings.
United Way Campaign Now Off and Running, Look for Weekly Report Meetings
A Lead Donor Luncheon was held as part of United Way’s season kickoff in Hopkins County. Major past donors were invited for a luncheon meeting at Sulphur Springs County Club on Wednesday September 25, and about 80 persons were in attendance for a delicious meal and inspiring information.
Mike Jumper, United Way Board President, offered prayer for the meal, welcomed the group, and acknowledged the 12 Board members. Bill and Beverly Owens are Chairs for the 2019 campaign.
Beverly acknowledged the work of the 7 member Budget and Allocations Committee. Bill spoke on the 2019 theme of “Be a Hero”, and stated that instead of wearing capes or colorful costumes, local heroes, such as United Way donors, also help people in need in very unique and important ways. They help children who are handicapped and wish to participate in an organized sport, they help young adults who desire to shed the imprisonment of alcohol or drug abuse, and they help individuals struggling to feed themselves, their children and often their grandchildren. United Way assists the local organizations which provide these valuable resources. Bill said, “when you donate to United Way, you’re giving visible evidence of the Hero gene you possess. When someone else sees your donation in action, it stimulates their Hero gene, and there’s no telling how far it can go! But it starts with you”. Pastor Jason Connor of Trinity Harvest Church gave an inspiring talk on Clark Kent, Bruce Wayne and Peter Parker, and how they gave of themselves beyond normal human powers because they had the ability to do so. His talk also explained Rebecca in the Bible, and how she expended herself for the good of a visitor, because she had the ability to do so. These inspiring ‘heroes’ had the ability, and used it, creating a perfect example for us today in Hopkins County.
The 2019 United Way Campaign runs through the first of November, with a goal of $165,000. If you would like to donate to United Way, you can mail a check to the United Way Campaign Headquarters, P.O. Box 735, Sulphur Springs, Texas 75483 or phone Secretary Susan Berning at 903-243-4066.
Food Safety During Power Outages
Our friends in south Texas have been through a lot of turmoil with hurricanes and flooding over the past couple of years. Although Hopkins County and northeast Texas have not seen storms to that extent, we do have power outages from time to time. When that happens, knowing what to do with the contents of the refrigerator and freezer could prevent the consumption of unsafe food.
Keeping the refrigerator or freezer closed as much as possible will help retain the cold air. Repeatedly opening the door once power is out allows cold air to escape quickly and negate any insulation of the food. Anything fresh or perishable like meat, poultry, eggs, fish, fluid milk and even juice that has, or is suspected to have been, sitting above 40ᵒF for more than two hours should be thrown out.
If you open the fridge and can smell or see the evidence of food spoilage, immediately start disposing of those culprits – pretty much anything minimally processed or fresh. Being aware of the temperature danger zone is key: perishable foods that have been sitting at 40ᵒF to 140ᵒF for more than two hours have the likelihood of bacteria doubling. How long before frozen foods go bad? Depending on the freezer, how well insulated it is, how full it is, what is in it, and how warm it actually gets, the timeframe will vary. Http://Foodsafety.gov states that if a freezer is left closed for some time after power outage, later opened and meat, poultry, and other foods are still visibly frozen (ice crystals still evident or frozen to the touch), those items can be either re-frozen or brought to thaw for immediate cooking and serving.
Another question that comes to mind is how long refrigerators can be off. Some of the same factors apply – how full the fridge is, outside air temperature, etc. Refrigerated foods will not last as long as frozen. Again, keep the temperature danger zone in mind. While proper cooking of fresh meat, poultry, eggs and fish may render them microbiologically safe, there are organisms that may produce toxic compounds while they grown on food. Remember, if in doubt, thrown it out.
So what do you need to look for? There are a number of pieces of evidence to evaluate for signs that food has become unusable, according to Dr. Matt Taylor, associate professor in the Collage of Agriculture and Live Sciences at Texas A&M University. “Unfortunately, food that is microbiologically unsafe will not show obvious signs of it lack of safety. The signs of spoilage include discoloration, development of strong, displeasing odor, or evidence of excess gas production that can be seen when a package deforms due to the excess gas production. Other signs of spoilage include a cheesy odor, texture breakdown or loss, or the production of acids by fermentation. For fresh meat, poultry, fish and eggs, strong odors , discoloration of the meat (like gray or brown), and excess juices in the pad indicate protein breakdown. Milk will potentially show gas production, separation into curds and whey fractions, and typically present strong odors. Produce my discolor and show evidence of softening. Although not as common in northeast Texas, we can prepare for power outages by stocking up on non-perishable foods – canned goods, crackers, jerky, canned tuna and chicken, etc. Be sure to have a manual can opener so you can open cans during an extended power outage. If water is a concern, you may stock up on bottled water.
When the power returns, check the status of your refrigerator and freezer foods, and again, if in doubt, throw it out. In the case of flooding, discard food if your refrigerator or freezer was submerged by floodwaters – even partially. Food is unsafe to use and must be discarded. Do not eat any food that may have come in contact with floodwater.
Office Re-construction
During the first couple of weeks of October, the Hopkins County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office will be undergoing some internal, much-needed repairs. We will still be open for business, but things will look different! Our staff will be working out of the front part of the building during the first phase, and the will relocate to the back classroom and my office suite during the second phase of reconstruction. We will also be short-staffed during the majority of that time, so if you try to call us and you don’t get an answer, it means we are either on the other line or have stepped away. Please call again! We have several events in October that will take us away from the office (annual LEAP Fair, Ag-in-the-Classroom, Head Start Walk & Talk program, etc.), but we can return your call if you leave a message. So please excuse our mess!
Closing Thought
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader – John Quincy Adams
Johanna Hicks, B.S., M.Ed.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Family & Community Health Agent
Hopkins County
P.O. Box 518
1200-B W. Houston
Sulphur Springs, TX 75483
903-885-3443
Sulphur Springs Public Library High School Graduation Set Oct. 8
Sulphur Springs Public Library High School Graduation
by Hope Cain, Librarian, Sulphur Springs Public Library
Donors, City Councilmembers, Advertisers, Supporters and Library Friends;
The Sulphur Springs Public Library is announcing the second graduation class of Career Online High School, a scholarship program designed for adults to continue their education and complete the high school requirements in conjunction with a career certification.
We would be honored for you to attend the short program on Tuesday evening October 8 at 6pm here at the library.
The event will be covered by our news outlets and Judge Brad Cummings will present the Invocation and Charles and Kenya Chaffer will present an uplifting musical selection. We will then present the graduates with their scholarships and diplomas.
I hope you will make time to attend and show your support to these Hopkins County citizens that took steps to better themselves, become productive members of our community and open a world previously closed to them. (did you know that adults without a high school diploma are only eligible for 12% of jobs in the U.S.?
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If you would like to know more or donate to future scholarships, please do not hesitate to call me at the library.
Hope Cain, Director of Public Library
611 Davis Street North
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
903-885-4926
2019 Hopkins County Sheriff’s Posse
September 27, 2019 – 22 members of the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Posse gathered for an annual group photo on September 25, 2019 on the steps of the Sulphur Springs City Hall, once a Federal building during the 1940’s and 50’s. The photo will be added to a permanent hallway display at the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Department.
Second Row: Tim Gee, Cindy Butler, Terry Thompson, Roger ‘Tex’ Maynard, Jimmy Harris, Marilyn Lester and Larry Argenbright
Third Row: Gary Moon, Paul Horton, Ben Moore, Steve Shing, Major Willis, Billy Wayne Orr, Jason Smith and Brian Orr
The Posse was organized almost 32 years ago in October 1987, and operates, under the authority of the Sheriff and by a set of by-laws, as a support to all law enforcement agencies upon request and approval by the Sheriff.
Here’s a bit of their history. ‘The idea of a posse began when Highway Patrolman Roger “Tex” Maynard and Sheriff’s Deputy Ken Wisdom began discussing the organization of a horse-mounted posse. They approached then Sheriff Mark Bassham with the idea. He conferred with other sheriffs who had a posse in their jurisdiction. Bassham agreed to the idea. The posse would be comprised of a maximum 40 members of good moral character, with no criminal record, and an interest in support of Law Enforcement. The members must have a horse and transportation for it. The first members of the Hopkins County Posse were bankers, law enforcement officers, business men, blue collar workers, and several retired individuals’. The original membership was sworn in when they gathered on Halloween night October 31, 1987 for a stew and organizational meeting at Aiguier Cemetery.
Pinky Cooper Honored for 30 Years On the Job at Hopkins County Sheriff’s Department
On September 26, 1989, Pinky Cooper was hired at the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Department as a Receptionist by then-Sheriff Mark Bassham. On September 26, 2019, Pinky was honored at an anniversary reception hosted by Sheriff Lewis Tatum in the Department’s sallyport.
Friends, family and co-workers were present. Pinky’s career has enabled her to work closely with four Sheriff’s, Mark Bassham, the late Bill Deirks, Butch Adams and Lewis Tatum. Pinky wants everyone to know she appreciates the get-together and all the attention, but that she is by no means retiring! Following the reception, she went back to work in her office. For many years, she served as Administrative Assistant, retiring on her 80th birthday in 2014. But she was gone for just two weeks, re-hired by request of Sheriff Adams. Pinky works part-time now as Administrative Consultant.
Wildcats Defensive Coordinator Analyses Defensive Effort Against Royse City Last Friday
Wildcats Football Defensive Coordinator Alex Guerra said his defense did alright Friday night (September 20), especially during the first half, against Royse City at Gerald Prim Stadium. He said during the first half, the Wildcats defense got a couple of turnovers and helped earn a safety. Coach Guerra said during the second half, the defense got a little tired. They did get another turnover/ He said the defense played hard against a pretty strong opponent. Coach Guerra said defensive tackle D’Andre Peoples is getting better every week. He said Peoples stayed positive all night long. Defensive tackle Cameron Kaufert is playing with a soft cast on one hand. Coach Guerra said Kaufert gives you all he’s got and added that a one-handed Kaufert is better than some kids with two hands. He said outside linebacker Kylan Wade did a great job and made a couple of big plays. Coach Guerra said Wade is growing as a leader. He said Wade used to yell and scream but now encourages his teammates. Coach Guerra said he’s excited by the play of outside linebacker Aidan Walker. He said Wade, Walker and outside linebacker Cameron Hargrave are all contributing. Coach Guerra said cornerback Dominique Sims was given quite a challenge Friday. He was guarding Royse City’s speedy wide out Ketron Jackson. Coach Guerra said Sims had a consistent game. He said safety Chase Haney is the #1 leader of the defense and is the quarterback for the unit. He said Haney makes defensive adjustments and checks. Coach Guerra said he and Haney have a good relationship. He said he is proud of the Wildcats because they keep working hard.
Argyle and Liberty-Eylau Sub-Varsities Play at The Prim Thursday Evening
It’s a bye week for the Wildcats varsity football team and their sub-varsities but there is still Thursday (September 26) evening football at Gerald Prim Stadium. Sub-varsity teams from Argyle and Liberty-Eylau will be playing at The Prim Thursday evening. The Argyle and Liberty-Eylau freshmen teams will play beginning at 5:30 p.m. The two teams’ JV teams will get started at around 7 p.m. Thursday. The varsity teams will get together for a big game Friday night at The Prim. The Friday game kicks off at around 7:30 p.m. The Liberty-Eylau Head Football Coach is former Wildcat Klint King, son of former Wildcats Head Football Coach and Sulphur Springs High School Principal Chuck King. Former Wildcat Martin Bryant is on Coach King’s Liberty-Eylau coaching staff.
