Wood County Sheriff’s Report July 18-24, 2018
Wood County Sheriff’s Report for July 18, 2018 to July 24, 2018 includes: Disturbance: 4; Thefts: 3; Burglaries: 1; Terroristic Threats: 0; Criminal Mischiefs: 2; Inquests: 1; Suspicious Circumstances: 2; Suspicious Vehicles: 7; Suspicious Persons: 2; Alarms: 4; Harassments: 0; Criminal Trespasses: 6; Scams: 1; Frauds: 0; Abandoned Vehicles: 0; Cows Out: 24; Horses Out: 2; Welfare Checks: 9; Assaults: 1; Dog Bites: 0; Fires: 0; Noise Complaints: 1; Disputes: 0; Arrest/Warrant Services: 2; Reckless Drivers: 1; Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle: 0; Shots Fired: 0; Other: Traffic Stops (4); Deadly Conduct (1)
July 18th
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle at Lake Holbrook point; at approximately 1:51 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Alba, at approximately 2:29 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and everything was OK.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 2869 near Hawkins; at approximately 7:52 a.m. The vehicle was towed by Joes Wrecker and the incident was cleared.
Deputies were dispatched o CR 2140 near Mineola, at approximately 9:57 a.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Deputies determined the damage was causes by dogs and the incident was cleared.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 778 near Hawkins; at approximately 3:45 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
At 7:02 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 14 near Quitman.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on HWY 80 near Mineola; at approximately 8:25 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
At 8:43 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4255 near Winnsboro.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on FM 1254 near Mineola; at approximately 8:52 p.m. Bessie Webb, 44, of Mineola, was arrested for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Driving While License Invalid and Possession of Marijuana.
July 19th
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 779 near Mineola; at approximately 12:27 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on FM 2966 near Yantis; at approximately 12:54 a.m. Melissa Salazar, 33, of Mineola, was arrested for Possession of Marijuana.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:06 a.m., in reference to a scam that occurred on CR 1947 near Yantis. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3909 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:01 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
At 12:57 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4250 near Winnsboro.
At 1:27 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4250 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4230 near Winnsboro, at approximately 1:59 p.m., in reference to theft of a vehicle. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a vehicle from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2980 near Alba, at approximately 3:47 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a firearm from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 7:34 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 14 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to Firelight Lane, at approximately 7:49 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to Holiday Village near Quitman, at approximately 9:16 p.m., in reference to deadly conduct. A known actor pulled out a gun during a dispute and left the scene. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 515 near Winnsboro, at approximately 10:10 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
July 20th
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 3227 near Quitman; at approximately 7:14 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to HWY 154 near Quitman; at approximately 7:27 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3847 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:45 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Daniel Phillips, 41, of Hawkins, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2100 near Quitman, at approximately 8:33 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
At 9:09 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1695 near Alba, at approximately 12:05 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2422 near Mineola, at approximately 5:15 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the owner of the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Alba, at approximately 6:13 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
At 9:10 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 14 near Quitman.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop that ended on FM 2015 in Smith County; at approximately 9:58 p.m. Daveon Garrett, 24, of Hawkins, was arrested for No Drivers License, Open Container and Illegal Dumping.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4470 near Winnsboro, at approximately 10:25 p.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a TV and an Xbox from the reporting party’s residence. Deputies were advised the reporting party only wanted it in the records.
July 21st
At 7:48 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 14 near Quitman.
At 8:07 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1416 near Quitman.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:28 a.m., in reference to theft that occurred within the city limits of Alba. This case has been forwarded to other agency.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3990 near Winnsboro, at approximately 9:33 a.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1977 near Yantis, at approximately 12:22 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4940 near Quitman, at approximately 4:01 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
At 8:22 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1900 near Yantis.
At 10:50 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1900 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Quitman, at approximately 10:59 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies gave the individual a courtesy transport and cleared the incident.
July 22nd
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 4649 near Winnsboro; at approximately 5:04 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
At 7:26 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 14 near Quitman.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on CR 2332 near Mineola; at approximately 1:23 p.m. Jackie Britton, 52, of Harleton, was arrested for Driving While License Invalid and No Insurance.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:28 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass on FM 1643 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 5:00 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief that occurred on CR 1429 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
At 6:09 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 2230 near Mineola.
At 6:17 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 779 near Alba.
At 7:37 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 14 near Quitman.
July 23rd
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 2869 near Hawkins; at approximately 12:02 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2225 near Quitman, at approximately 12:08 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on HWY 80 near Hawkins; at approximately 12:22 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
At 5:58 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 37 near Winnsboro.
At 7:16 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2088 near Winnsboro.
At 9:07 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1416 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3494 near Hawkins, at approximately 12:30 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4470 near Winnsboro, at approximately 1:08 p.m., in reference to an inquest. A male, 83, was found deceased in his residence. The Justice of the Peace was notified and no autopsy was ordered.
At 5:21 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 37 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2225 near Quitman, at approximately 6:38 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Jenifer Nichols, 30, of Quitman, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4450 near Winnsboro, at approximately 6:58 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 7:08 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 37 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to Lake Holbrook boat ramp, at approximately 7:16 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 7:18 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass on CR 1540 near Alba. Deputies advised the reporting party that extra patrol would be provided.
At 8:02 p.m., horses were reported out on FM 2869 near Winnsboro.
At 9:12 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1570 near Alba.
Deputies were dispatched to Seminole near Quitman, at approximately 10:07 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
July 24th
At 12:34 a.m., horses were reported out on FM 2088 near Winnsboro.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4890 near Winnsboro; at approximately 2:08 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4847 near Winnsboro; at approximately 2:34 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to Firelight Lane near Hawkins, at approximately 7:32 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
At 8:12 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 4940 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Yantis, at approximately 9:17 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
At 4:29 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 515 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2298 near Mineola, at approximately 7:06 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2311 near Mineola, at approximately 7:40 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1422 near Quitman, at approximately 8:34 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 8:36 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4255 near Winnsboro.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, in reference to a criminal trespass on Holly Hill Circle near Hawkins; at approximately 8:37 p.m. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2540 near Mineola, at approximately 9:14 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Tabitha Crow, 27, of Mineola, was arrested for Assault.
Between the dates of July 18 and July 24, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included Police Departments, Emergency Medical Services and Department of Public Safety.
Between the dates of July 18 and July 24, Wood County Sheriff’s Investigators filed 1 case with the District Attorney, obtained 1 arrest warrant and arrested the individual.
Total Jail Count – 124 inmates – 99 males and 25 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.
Wildcat Coach Owens Football Camp Underway
Wildcats Football Coach Greg Owens opened his three-day football camps Tuesday morning (July 31).
Camp for boys entering the third through the eight grade took place from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. Tuesday. Coach Owens said over forty boys attended. He said they got sweaty but kept smiling and had a good time. Coach Owens said the camp features fundamentals. He said boys who missed the first session could still register and attend on Wednesday and Thursday.
The second camp, for entering ninth grade football players, took place from 9:30 a.m. until noon Tuesday. Coach Owens said the camp marked the beginning of the football season for the freshmen. He said coaches know the boys from middle school. Some also attended The Edge conditioning program this summer.
After the three days of camp, the freshman will be the special focus of workouts next week. Schools like Sulphur Springs High School that went through spring football in May can bring in their freshman players for practice next week. Evening sessions starting at 5 p.m. are planned. Players entering the tenth through the twelfth grade will not be able to report for practice until August 13.
Wildcat Team Tennis Opens Season At Denison, Sherman Monday, August 6
The Wildcats’ team tennis squad is practicing at night this week preparing for a heavy schedule of tennis the first two weeks of the season. Wildcats Tennis Coach Tony Martinez has scheduled ten matches the first two weeks of the season.
Coach Martinez said his players put in the work this summer and are in shape. He said they are ready for the schedule. The Wildcats open the season Monday with a match at Denison at 8:30 a.m. and then at Sherman at 1:30 p.m. The Wildcats travel to Waxahachie for a 10 a.m. match on August 7. Then come home matches against Spring Hill at 10 a.m. August 8, versus John Tyler at 8:30 a.m. August 9 and against Terrell at 9:30 a.m. August 11. The next week features road matches at Hallsville and Jacksonville and home matches against Forney and Marshall.
Coach Martinez is excited about his team’s chances this year. He said some new freshmen girls are remarkable. He expects quite a bit from Jo Lee Cantu, who has fared well in some Tyler junior tournaments. With returners Kathryn Hurd, Zoe Wilson Harleigh Stegient and Heather Harris, Coach Martinez expects to have 8 or 9 girls to choose from.
He also has nine boys returning. At the top is Jonah Kirkpatrick. Chase Crouch brings senior leadership. Coach Martinez said some of the guys took their lumps playing as freshmen and sophomores but are now ready to turn things around. Included are Aaron Lucas, Jordan Gonzales and Logan Schumacher.
Season Ticket Sales Continue
On Wednesday, ticket holders who have renewed their tickets can seek upgrades. Lynette King, coordinator of Wildcats’ football season ticket week, said about 60% of current season ticket holders renewed their tickets Monday (July 30). Ms. King that was about normal. She added traffic was very steady Tuesday morning at the high school Media Center.
Current ticket holders have until 5:30 p.m. Tuesday to renew their tickets or they will lose them. Ms.
King said some ticket holders chose to renew some of their tickets but not all of them.
Top 12 IRS Scams; Local Resident Receives Scam Call Tuesday
They’re at it again… a KSST listener called to say that his elderly neighbor was almost the victim of a scam that involved false information and an individual purported to be an IRS representative. Thanks to the caller, a former member of law enforcement, the neighbor was informed that he was being scammed.
The call from one stating they were with the IRS demanded the elderly man get a money card and pay money owed. The neighbor had been asked by the man to take him to a place where he could purchase the card. The neighbor called the number given the man and confirmed his suspicion that it was a scam.
Remember, the IRS will not call and demand money unless they have already contacted you by mail with several mailings, including certified mail. If you receive a call requesting you to pay immediately, hang up.
Each year, the IRS releases the top 12 scams, known as the Dirty Dozen. The schemes range from simple refund inflation to technical tax shelter deals.
Here’s a review of this year’s Dirty Dozen:
1.Phishing: Taxpayers should watch for fake emails or websites looking to steal personal information.
2.Phone Scams: Phone calls from criminals impersonating IRS agents remain an ongoing threat to taxpayers.
3.Identity Theft: Taxpayers should be alert to tactics aimed at stealing their identities.
4.Return Preparer Fraud: Most tax professionals provide honest, high-quality service. However, there are some dishonest preparers who scam clients.
5.Fake Charities: Groups masquerading as charitable organizations solicit donations from unsuspecting contributors.
6.Inflated Refund Claims: Taxpayers should be wary of anyone promising inflated tax refunds.
7.Excessive Claims for Business Credits: Taxpayers should avoid improperly claiming the fuel tax credit.
8.Falsely Padding Deductions on Returns: Taxpayers should avoid the temptation to falsely inflate deductions or expenses on their tax returns.
9.Falsifying Income to Claim Credits: Con artists may convince taxpayers to invent income to erroneously qualify for tax credits, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit.
10.Frivolous Tax Arguments: Some taxpayers use frivolous tax arguments to avoid paying tax.
11.Abusive Tax Shelters: Taxpayers who use abusive tax structures do so to avoid paying taxes.
12.Offshore Tax Avoidance: It’s a bad bet to hide money and income offshore.
Winnsboro Police Department Report July 23-29, 2018
Six arrests, 165 calls for service answered, 64 citations issued, and 63 warnings written were reported by the Winnsboro Police Department during the July 23-29, 2018 report period.
Charles Carroll, 58, of Winnsboro, was arrested July 23rd on a Wood County Warrant.
Raymond Murphy, 54, of Winnsboro, was arrested July 23rd for Public Intoxication.
Devin R. Humphries, 32, of Winnsboro, was arrested July 25th on a Winnsboro Municipal Warrant.
Kenny Hss, 39, of Winnsboro, was arrested July 25th for Driving While License Invalid.
Lana Chance, 46, of Quitman, was arrested July 26th on a Wood County Warrant.
Amanda Williams, 28, of Azle, was arrested July 28th on a Winnsboro Municipal Warrant.
There were no accidents to report.
Sulphur Springs Seniors Center Offers Donated Dog Food Supplies to Local Srs
According to Karon Weatherman, local senior citizens who are dog owners can take advantage of donated dog food supplies today. Just go by the Senior Center at 150 MLK Drive in Sulphur Springs and pick up a bag. There are several varieties. Operation Kindness was the donor, and Roy Singleton delivered it.
PJC-Sulphur Springs Welding Program
HOT JOB Third semester welding student Cody Sutton of Brasher receives some pointers from Instructor John Plemons as he works on his skills in a recent class. Call the campus at 903-885-1232 to learn more about the welding program and to register for fall classes.
Twenty Warrants for Tampering with Government Document and Credit Card Abuse Issued for Part-Time Clerk in Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 Office
According to a press release from Justice of the Peace B. J. Teer’s office, over Twenty Warrants for Tampering with Government Document by Public Servant and Credit Card Abuse have been issued for Lettie Delores Mosqueda Jasso, a former Part Time Clerk in the Hopkins County Justice of the Peace Office Pct 1.
The charges are result from a regular internal office audit of court records. After discrepancies and complaint from an individual, the cases were turned over to the Texas Rangers.
JP Teer said, “Our Clerks are held to a high standard, we live in a glass house. We are cooperating with the Texas Rangers. We want to see that everything is handled in the right way and taken care of. No other comment at this time cause of the continue investigation by the Texas Rangers. Jassco is considered a flight risk.”
No arrest has been made as of Monday afternoon.
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