Wood County Sheriff’s Report October 11-17, 2017
October 11th
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 12:04 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Loop 564 near Mineola; at approximately 2:58 a.m. Derrikk Griffin, 22, of Mineola, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 4:40 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to the Wood County Court House in Quitman, at approximately 6:44 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 8:03 a.m., in reference to a theft that occurred on FM 14 near Mineola. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a stock trailer from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 1799 near Mineola; at approximately 8:34 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2195 near Quitman, at approximately 9:32 a.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole multiple items from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3170 near Quitman, at approximately 10:40 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
At 11:51 a.m., horses were reported out on CR 3987 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1885 near Yantis, at approximately 3:36 p.m., in reference to illegal burning. Deputies located the burn pile and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Mineola, at approximately 6:38 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 9:08 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 10:13 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
October 12th
At 2:44 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2267 near Mineola, at approximately 4:21 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
At 7:21 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2205 near Mineola, at approximately 9:16 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Alba, at approximately 11:07 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:32 a.m., in reference to credit/debit card abuse. Actors, or actors unknown, made purchases with the reporting party’s credit/debit card without consent. This case is active.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Mineola, at approximately 11:32 a.m., in reference to a scam. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4830 near Winnsboro, at approximately 3:33 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass citation to the actor.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2230 near Mineola, at approximately 6:20 p.m., in reference to an inquest. A male, 61, was found deceased in his residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and an autopsy was ordered.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2659 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:57 p.m., in reference to an abandoned vehicle. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
At 8:01 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 1801 near Mineola.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2260 near Mineola, at approximately 8:57 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
October 13th
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3588 near Winnsboro, at approximately 1:21 p.m., in reference to an inquest. A female, 79, was found deceased in her residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy was ordered.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3824 near Hawkins, at approximately 3:13 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 4890 near Winnsboro, at approximately 4:05 p.m. Deputies located the individual and a Criminal Trespass Warning was issued.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 2088 near Quitman; at approximately 6:54 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2460 near Mineola, at approximately 8:43 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies checked the residence and everything was OK.
October 14th
Deputies responded to suspicious vehicles on CR 1903 near Yantis; at approximately 7:57 a.m. Darla Scroggins, 42, of Quitman, was arrested for outstanding warrants, Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 3.
At 7:59 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Quitman.
At 11:14 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 49 near Mineola.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on HWY 80/FM 3056 near Hawkins; at approximately 12:36 p.m. Ronald Hood, 52, of Hawkins, was arrested for Obstructing a Highway Passageway and Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transport.
At 1:10 p.m., horses were reported out on FM 69 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3496 near Hawkins, at approximately 3:51 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies located the incident and cleared the scene.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 5534 near Alba, at approximately 4:50 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies arrived and cleared the scene.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 1210 near Quitman; at approximately 5:22 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4591 near Winnsboro, at approximately 5:26 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties separated for the night.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 69 near Quitman; at approximately 5:45 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 778 near Mineola, at approximately 5:49 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2840 near Mineola, at approximately 7:02 p.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors or actors unknown stole several items from the reporting party’s vehicle. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 7:57 p.m., cows were reported out on Fm 1801 near Mineola.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3440 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:59 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Deputies were dispatched to Lake Quitman, at approximately 8:10 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies located the individuals and advised them to lower the volume of the music.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2610 near Mineola, at approximately 8:37 p.m., in reference to a burglary. A known actor stole items from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 1681 near Alba; at approximately 10:09 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to Fm 17 near Alba, at approximately 10:27 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
October 15th
Deputies were dispatched to Lake Quitman, at approximately 1:23 a.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies located the individuals and a citation was issued.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 1835 near Yantis, at approximately 8:41 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
At 9:11 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 49 near Mineola.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 4847 near Winnsboro, at approximately 12:23 p.m. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to Fm 1254 near Mineola, at approximately 3:37 p.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 1170 near Quitman, at approximately 7:09 p.m. Deputies spoke with the individual and cleared the scene.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2675 near Mineola, at approximately 7:39 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the activity and the scene was cleared.
Deputies went out on arrest/warrant service to Cheyenne near Quitman; at approximately 9:04 p.m. Jimmy Heimann, 61, of Quitman, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3824 near Hawkins, at approximately 9:25 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 11:33 p.m., horses were reported out on HWY 80 near Mineola.
October 16th
At 4:34 a.m., horses were reported out on HWY 37 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1254 near Mineola, at approximately 5:00 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies arrived and cleared the scene.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4560 near Winnsboro, at approximately 11:08 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the activity and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1804 near Mineola, at approximately 11:47 a.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, were inside the reporting party’s residence without consent. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 12:25 p.m., in reference to a theft. A known actor stole a speaker and an amp from the reporting party. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 5:06 p.m., in reference to a theft that occurred on HWY 69 near Alba. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a culvert from the reporting party’s property.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2503 near Mineola, at approximately 6:35 p.m., in reference to a dispute. The actor fled the scene, prior to the deputies’ arrival. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 8699 near Winnsboro, at approximately 10:47 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Partiers separated for the night.
Deputies were dispatched to Broken Bow near Quitman, at approximately 11:54 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
October 17th
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2260 near Mineola, at approximately 7:24 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. This case has been forwarded to other agency.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 2174 near Quitman, at approximately 9:02 a.m. Christopher Barnard, 43, of Quitman, was arrested for an outstanding warrant and Evading Arrest Detention with Previous Conviction. Frankie Clanton, 39, of Quitman, was arrested for an outstanding warrant and Evading Arrest Detention with Previous Conviction.
At 11:42 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 1801 near Mineola.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2174 near Quitman, at approximately 12:17 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 1:55 p.m., in reference to a theft that occurred on CR 2770 near Mineola. Actors, or actors unknown, stole items from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to Mulberry Cove near Hawkins, at approximately 3:51 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a jewelry box from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been closed.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4596 near Winnsboro, at approximately 5:47 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the activity and cleared the scene.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3230 near Quitman, at approximately 7:19 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
At 7:33 p.m., horses were reported out on CR 4990 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to Primrose Path near Hawkins, at approximately 8:29 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 5936 near Yantis, at approximately 8:39 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
At 9:06 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 2377 near Alba.
Between the dates of October 11th and October 17th, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included Police Departments and Emergency Medical Services,
Total Jail Count – 144 inmates – 121 males and 23 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.
National Honor Society Induction Announcement
The Sulphur Springs High School’s National Honor Society’s induction ceremony is Monday, October 30th at 6:30 pm in the high school cafeteria. They will be inducting 46 new members into the Gladys Alexander Chapter of the National Honor Society. Students were chosen based on scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Members of NHS participate in several activities throughout the year. They promote literacy by collecting and distributing Little Golden Books for the hospital maternity ward as well as reading to elementary and ECLC students. Members also help with our Veterans’ Day program in November and graduation in June.
Inductees include:
Hopkins County EMS Named Lights of Life Campaign Honorees
Every year, the Lights of Life Campaign Committee selects an individual, couple, group or business that has shown exceptional service, commitment and passion for Hopkins County and specifically for their support of the hospital. That tradition continues with the 2017-2018 Campaign Honorees…Hopkins County EMS
Since August of 1983 Hopkins County EMS has compassionately served the residents of Hopkins County and the surrounding communities. Responding to over 7,000 requests for service annually Hopkins County EMS operates 4 Mobile Intensive Care Units (MICU) in Sulphur Springs along with 2 additional MICU ambulances in our neighboring cities of Cooper and Mount Vernon. With a staff of 33 full-time paramedics, greater than half are critical-care trained which requires additional education to manage high acuity patients and associated critical-care equipment. Hopkins County EMS, a continued leader in emergency medical services in east Texas, has recently expanded services for disaster management. Partnering with Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) by operating one of 13 Ambuses in the state. This commitment is another example of Hopkins County EMS continued dedication to the people they serve.
Hopkins County EMS has previously been awarded Injury Prevention Provider of the Year Award from DSHS. Additionally the American Heart Association has recognized Hopkins County EMS for three consecutive years as a Mission Lifeline Gold Award winner for quality and patient outcomes in chest pain patients. Hopkins County EMS has also been recognized by two regional advisory councils on trauma, Northeast Texas and the Piney Woods for being EMS Provider of the Year and Emergency Response Partner of the Year. Providing the highest quality of emergency prehospital care and the continued dedication of the EMS team has allowed Hopkins County EMS to be a pace setter in the EMS community.
In addition to the countless hours of work the EMS teams performs, they are also extremely involved in community activities. They participate in all aspects of hospital events, Hot August Nights, Stew Contest, Kids Safe Saturday, LEAP, Cotton Festival, Country Festival, rodeos, football games, 911 The Connection, Black Jack Days, Independence Celebration, MADD, United Way, CPR Classes for SSISD, Volunteer Fire Departments & SSPD, Trunk or Treat, Relay for Life, Lights of Life Activities, Parades…plus much more!
Saltillo Man Arrested for Assault with Deadly Weapon
When Hopkins County deputies arrived at a residence on CR 3355 near Saltillo, they found William Alston Moore, 36, highly intoxicated. A series of events led to his arrest for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon-Family Violence-2nd Degree Felony.
Moore had been involved in a disturbance with a friend and threatened to return with a gun. Moore’s wife attempted to stop him from returning to the scene of the disturbance due to him having a gun in his hand. Moore assaulted his wife with his hands and left marks on her arms. Family members were able to get the gun from him. When the deputies arrived at the scene, Moore said he never had a gun. During the investigation, he later got into a verbal argument with family at the scene. According to those present, Moore had only displayed the weapon and never pointed it at anyone.
Moore is in Hopkins County Jail Charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon-Family Violence-2nd Degree Felony and is being held on a $40,000 bond.
Sulphur Springs ISD Students Visit LEAP Youth Career Expo
Students from the Sulphur Springs ISD Middle School visit the 3rd annual Career Expo at the Hopkins County Civic Center Friday October 20th, 2017.
Resident on Plano Street Charged With 10 Counts of Possession of Child Pornography
River James Graham
According to Sheriff Lewis Tatum, two weeks ago, Hopkins County Sheriff’s Investigator Sgt. Corley Weatherford received several complaints from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Weatherford, who heads up the local task force, began investigation that led to the arrest of River James Graham, 21, a resident on Plano Street in Sulphur Springs. Graham has been charged with 10 counts of possession of child pornography.
Thursday morning around 6:30 a.m. Hopkins County Deputies and Investigator Weatherford along with Sulphur Springs Police served a warrant for the arrest of Graham, who is formerly of Plano, Texas. Graham admitted to the possession of the child pornography on his cell phone and other electronic devises.
The future of the cases against Graham now rest in the hands of District Attorney Will Ramsey and Sgt. Weatherford, according to Sheriff Tatum. Tatum said a decision as to whether the case will be tried locally or by at the federal level rests with the DA’s office.
Tatum praised the work of Weatherford for the investigation and the “…solid case…” made in the investigation.
Graham is in Hopkins County Jail held on a $50,000 bond.
If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1
The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
Miller Grove News October 20th, 2017
As the leaves begin to change color and mornings becoming more crisp with a coolness hanging in the air, you can definitely say it is fall in east Texas. Grabbing a jacket as I leave for work is something that seems out of place after coming off of the high summer time temperatures in August and September. But I’m not complaining in any way – this weather beats the heat and humidity that we sometimes see up until the end of this month in the Lone Start State.
My garden is beginning to subside with the growing season coming to an end. There are a few more blooms on my okra even thought it is thin and looks like a group of stems coming out of the ground with barely any leaves. I have gathered a few squash that I planted late in hopes to get a few more to fry before a frost nips the leaves back. And, the jalapeno peppers are still plugging along slowly.
I have been absent from writing for a while now. It seems like there has been so much going on that it’s hard to find time to sit down and get all of the MG info typed up. With the time change coming next month I may find more time to write since the nights will be longer and not able do things out side as much, after getting home from work.
Since my last writing Alton Corbet, former Miller Grove resident, has passed away. Alton was a great person. My family has known him and his family for many years. My dad used to feed cows for Alton when he was barely old enough to see over the steering wheel of a truck. The last time I saw Alton was at our cemetery’s memorial day in May. I know his health had been bad for a while but he knew me and talked to me for a few minutes. I was glad that I got to see him that day.
Alton Rae Corbet was born Dec. 2, 1925, in Miller Grove to John Bryant Corbet and Laura Lorena (McRae) Corbet. He passed at the age of 91, on Sept. 21, in Dallas. He had moved to Dallas after graduating and that is where he met and married his wife, Nell, and Dallas was where they raised their family. He and Nell had been married 69 years. He served in both WWII and in Korea. Funeral services took place Sept. 24, at Restland Cemetery in Dallas where interment took place after the services. He is survived by his wife, one daughter, one son, and three grandchildren.
My sincere condolences also go out to the family of Bryan McCreight. His wife, Ginger, has been a teacher at Miller Grove over 20 years and their children (Katelyn & Derek) both graduated from Miller Grove. Mrs. McCreight was my second grade teacher and I have had to privilege of getting to work with her as a faculty member when I was employed at the school. Mr. McCreight passed Sept. 28, in Tyler and was survived by his wife, two children, his father, and one sister.
I’m proud to report that the elementary school now has a new concrete parking lot. The crews poured the concrete a week or two ago and things are looking very good. There are still a few things to finish up on it but I know teachers and parents alike will enjoy having a nice place to park and walk into the building.
I have recently returned from a trip to Tennessee where I saw some of the great Smoky Mountains. It was an incredibly long trip for my cousin Nathan and myself. We drove 13 hours one day. From the eastern side of Tennessee near the Smoky Mountains we traveled back, westward, to Nashville. On our stop there we went to the Grand Ole Opry and was privileged to get to meet Vince Gill back stage. He was incredibly nice and very down-to-earth. He was telling us stories about Roy Acuff while waiting to take the stage again that night. It was a good but tiring trip and I am glad to be back home.
One upcoming event that we all need to remember is the annual Miller Grove School Fall Carnival. This year the carnival will be held on Thursday, Oct. 26, in front of the new gym. We have had the booths set up there for the last couple of years and things have seemed to turn out good. We will have the normal stew and chili, carnival booths, and BINGO to finish out the night.
MG’s PTO is also selling Cow Pie BINGO tickets as they have for the last few years. They are also selling chances for a Yeti cooler. Please contact a PTO member or the school for more details. Also, if you have Internet access go to the Miller Grove PTO Facebook page to find out about things the PTO is involved in. They are a great organization that helps raise money for use in the school system, in particular, for things that are not budgeted for but may be needed in classrooms or around the campus. One year the PTO bought TV’s for each of the elementary classes. Another year they raised enough money to buy new playground equipment. And, if you want to help out they are always looking for volunteers.
As you travel the highways and byways don’t forget that all roads lead back home and back to Miller Grove. Please send me any newsworthy information. My email address is [email protected].
Detroit Students Visit LEAP Youth Career Expo
Students from Detroit visited the 3rd annual Career Expo at the Hopkins County Civic Center Friday October 20th, 2017.
Como Pickton Students Visit LEAP Youth Career Expo
Students from Como Pickton Middle School visited the 3rd annual Career Expo at the Hopkins County Civic Center Friday October 20th, 2017.
Saltillo Students Visit LEAP Youth Career Expo
Students from Saltillo visited the 3rd annual Career Expo at the Hopkins County Civic Center Friday October 20th, 2017. 
