2 Men Jailed In Hopkins County On Felony Warrants
Two men were jailed in Hopkins County on felony warrants Friday, according to arrest reports.
Hopkins County Sheriff‘s Cpl. Todd Evans and Sgt. Richard Greer located Jimmy Don Petrea, a wanted man at a local motel, where he has been staying, at 8:40 a.m. The 45-year-old Sulphur Springs man was taken into custody on the Paris credit or debit card abuse warrant, deputies noted in arrest reports.
Petrea remained in Hopkins County jail Saturday morning, May 23, on the felony charge. His bond was set at $4,000, according to jail reports.
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Dan Turrentine took Michael Allen Coker into custody at 9:30 a.m. Friday, May 22, at Johnson jail unit in Winnsboro on an outstanding warrant. The 52-year-old Tyler man was transported to Hopkins County jail, where he was booked for violation of probation, which he was on for a felony unauthorized use of a motor vehicle charge, according to arrest reports. The offense, Turrentine noted in arrest reports, is alleged to have occurred on May 15, 2020.
Coker also spent Dec. 19, 2019-Jan. 15, 2020 in Hopkins County jail for violation of probation on the charge, according to jail reports. A Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper arrested Coker on May 28, 2019, after catching him speeding in a vehicle that, a short while before, had been reported to Paris Police Department as stolen; the owner reportedly left it running while in a store, then returned to find missing, the trooper alleged in 2019 arrest reports.
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.
Paris District Road Report for the Week of May 25, 2020
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of May 25, 2020. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues.
Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.
Sherman Area (Fannin, Grayson Counties)
Contacts: Sherman Area Office (903) 892-6529; Grayson Co. Maintenance (903) 893-8831; Fannin Co. Maintenance (903) 583-7566.
US 75, Grayson County: from FM 1417 to SH 91 (Texoma Parkway). Watch for shoulder closures and lane shifts on northbound and southbound US 75 between Center Street and FM 1417 as crews work on building new main lanes. Watch for occasional daytime lane closures on the frontage roads between FM 1417 and Washington Street as crews work on installing temporary signals and building detours. A reduced speed limit of 60 mph has been set for this construction project.
FM 1417, Grayson County: from US 82 to SH 56. Watch for lane shifts and shoulder closures between US 82 and SH 56 while crews are working to construct a portion of the new Sand Creek bridge. Watch for occasional daytime lane closures as crews are performing utility work. A reduced speed limit of 45 mph has been set for this construction project.
FM 1417, Grayson County: at the OB Groner / West Travis St. intersection. Watch for shoulder closures as crews work on widening the roadway to add turn lanes.
FM 691, Grayson County: from FM 131/Loy Lake Road to US 75. Watch for traffic shifts as workers widen FM 691 to an ultimate five-lane roadway. The intersection of FM 691 with FM 131/Loy Lake Road has been converted to a four-way stop intersection and will become a signalized intersection at the conclusion of the construction project.
FM 121, Grayson County: from Jim Jones Road to FM 3356. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to widen the roadway to provide a detour section. The ultimate roadway will be a five-lane section at the conclusion of the project.
US 377, Grayson County: Willis Bridge at the Oklahoma State line. Watch for occasional lane closures on the existing bridge as workers pour concrete for the new bridge structure.
US 75 Ramp Reversal in Denison, Grayson County: on the southbound US 75 main lanes and frontage road between Spur 503 and FM 691. Watch for a lane closure on the southbound US 75 frontage road as well as the westbound Spur 503 ramp while construction crews work on building the new southbound US 75 exit ramp for FM 691. During this phase, westbound Spur 503 to southbound US 75 traffic must use the frontage road through the FM 691 intersection and then enter southbound US 75 using the on ramp after FM 691.
US 75 Slope Repair at Randell Lake Road, on the southbound US 75 frontage road between SH 91 and Randell Lake Road, Grayson County: on the southbound US 75 frontage road between SH 91 and Randell Lake Road. The southbound frontage road and Randell Lake exit ramp are closed due to a slope failure. Crews are working to lime treat the soils and place underdrains.
US 75 debris pickup, Grayson County: from Collin County line to Oklahoma State line. Watch for mobile lane closures as workers pick up debris from the roadway every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during the daytime.
US 82 & US 69, Grayson County: from FM 131 to FM 1897 on US 82, and from SH 56 to US 75 on US 69. Watch for temporary daytime lane closures and shoulder closures as workers install safety treatments on fixed objects.
SH 56, Grayson County: between FM 1417 to the Fannin County Line. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews work to blade level the roadway.
SH 289, Grayson County: between FM 121 and FM 902. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews work on base repairs.
FM 1753, Grayson and Fannin County: from FM 1897 to SH 78. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
FM 898, Fannin County: from the Grayson County line to SH 121. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
FM 2815, Fannin County: from FM 1629 to SH 11. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
FM 1743, Fannin County: from SH 56 to FM 1550. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
US 82, Fannin County: from SH 121 to the Lamar County Line. Watch for slow moving construction equipment as crews work on widening US 82 from a two lane roadway to a four lane divided section. Watch for a traffic shift near the SH 56 intersection in Honey Grove as crews work to build the new westbound lanes. Westbound traffic is being shifted to the eastbound side during this period. Watch for new exit ramps and entrance ramps near the FM 100 intersection.
SH 78, Fannin County: from Oklahoma State line to CR 1125. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work on performing base repairs.
US 69, Fannin County: from FM 896 to FM 272 in Leonard. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to overlay the roadway.
County Road 2998, Fannin County: at Cottonwood Creek. County Road 2998 is closed in order for crews to remove the existing bridge and build a new bridge. Traffic on CR 2998 will need to use an alternate route during construction.
County Road 5060, Fannin County: at Lee Creek. County Road 5060 is closed in order for crews to remove the existing bridge and build a new bridge. Traffic on CR 5060 will need to use an alternate route during construction.
SH 56, Fannin County: from the Grayson County line to SH 121. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews work to blade level the roadway.
Sulphur Springs Area (Hopkins, Franklin Counties):
Contacts: Sulphur Springs Area Office (903) 885-9514; Franklin Co. Maintenance (903) 537-4976; Hopkins Co. Maintenance (903) 885-4031.
SH 11, Hopkins County: From SH 19 to White Oak Creek. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews perform road rehabilitation operations.
SH 11, Hopkins County: From 1.5 miles east of FM 3134 to 0.82 miles east of FM 2653. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews perform milling operations.
FM 1448, Franklin County: From Wood County Line to FM 115. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews install drainage structures.
IH 30, Hopkins & Franklin Counties: From Titus County Line to Hunt County Line. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews upgrade metal beam guard fence.
Paris Area (Delta, Lamar, Red River Counties)
Contacts: Paris Area Office (903) 784-1357; Delta Co. Maintenance (903) 395-2139; Lamar Co. Maintenance (903) 785-4468; Red River Co. Maintenance (903) 427-3561.
BU 271D, Red River County: from US 271 to State Spur 38 (Bogata). Watch for temporary lane closures while crews install new end treatments on drainage structures.
SH 37, Red River County: from US 271 (Bogata) to Franklin County Line. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews mill existing pavement and level up shoulders with hot mix.
US 82, Red River County: from FM 1159 to Bowie County Line. Traffic will be shifted to south side of existing roadway between FM 44 and FM 1699 while crews begin pavement widening on the north side.
US 271, Lamar County: from FM 1499 to Oklahoma State Line. Watch for temporary shoulder and lane closures while crews upgrade metal beam guard fence. An overnight lane closure will be in place at the Red River bridge.
SH 37 safety upgrades, Red River County: from the Texas-Oklahoma state line south to the Red River-Franklin County line. Watch for work zones as workers upgrade metal-beam guard fence, replace or extend new structures and install safety end treatments.
Greenville Area (Hunt, Rains Counties)
Contacts: Greenville Area Office (903) 455-2363; Hunt Co. Maintenance (903)455-2303; Rains Co. Maintenance (903) 473-2682.
FM 2194, Hunt County: between Merit and FM 903, a project that begins May 27 will widen the shoulders and apply safety treatments to fixed objects. The contractor will be setting project limit signs and barricades. Please be careful when traveling in this area.
SPUR 264, Hunt County: in Quinlan. Sidewalk improvement project. The contractor is currently seeding and watering, sidewalk construction is complete. Please be careful when traveling in the area and watch out for workers.
Hunt County maintenance crews are working on repairing pot holes throughout Hunt County. Please be careful when driving in areas where our work vehicles are present. Crews are also working on sealcoat preparation.
Debris and litter operations are ongoing throughout multiple parts of the county. Please be careful when traveling, and watch out for workers.
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Paris Junior College’s 95th graduation held virtually
The 95th spring graduation ceremony of Paris Junior College presented a marked departure from the past, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic and PJC’s closure mandated by the State of Texas. Instead of an in-person ceremony at Noyes Stadium, a virtual graduation video was released on Friday, May 22, 2020, to honor the graduates.
The video ceremony opened with a performance of “You Raise Me Up,” by Dr. Michael Holderer, PJC music instructor.
Among the graduates were students ranging in age from 16 to 65 years, 37 percent male and 63 percent female, and representing 35 Texas counties, four states, and Canada.
“In this year’s graduating class, we have 62 students receiving their associate degree who will graduate from 10 area high schools,” said PJC President Dr. Pam Anglin in her video presentation. “Of these, 23 are from Quinlan Ford High School, 21 are from Royse City, five are from Miller Grove, five from Prairiland, three from Chisum, two each from Paris and Bland, one each from Cumby, North Hopkins, North Lamar, and Sulphur Bluff.”
The students took college courses while attending high school and received high school and college credit for the coursework. The high graduate numbers from Quinlan Ford H.S. stem from a partnership that started in 2009. The ISD pays tuition, fees and books for their students and buses them to the PJC-Greenville Center early on weekdays, returning them later to the high school.
A Teaching Excellence Award was announced in the video, including a $1,000 honorarium. Out of seven outstanding nominees, math instructor Jeff Norris from the PJC-Greenville Center was chosen.
“Jeff is loved by his students and is always willing to help and tutor them,” said Anglin. “He is always willing to go the extra mile when he knows it benefits students. He ‘flies under the radar,’ because he is always in the classroom helping students and is not often noticed or recognized by others because he is always busy. We thank him for making a difference in so many lives.”
The Distinguished Service Award, PJC’s highest student honor, has been presented annually to a PJC graduate since 1935, when it was first given to Louis B. Williams, who later became president of Paris Junior College. The Award recognizes academic achievement and service to PJC and the community and is given to an outstanding graduating student.
This year the Distinguished Service Award goes to Kareyn Hellmann, who has served in a number of roles with Phi Theta Kappa, the community college national honor society.
“Kareyn attended regional and national PTK meetings, served as chapter president, volunteered in the community and worked to help PJC’s local PTK Chapter receive the five-star award for each of the last two years. A five-star award is the highest ranking a PTK chapter can achieve,” said Dr. Anglin. “She received PTK’s Dr. Yolanda B. Romero Scholarship, and has received multiple honors in the annual Creative Writing Awards, including twice winning the PJC William A. Owens writing award, the highest award available. She was also nominated for Miss PJC this year. She will be attending Texas Christian University and pursuing a Journalism major.”
After showing the photos of graduates who had picked up caps and gowns and sent the college their pictures, all the names of those who applied for graduation and the certificate or degree they had applied for, were shown.
Dr. Anglin closed out the video with praise for the graduates and read a traditional Irish prayer.The virtual graduation ceremony is available on PJC’s YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/xr0z6Ecmax4.
Paris Junior College — located in Paris, Texas, about 100 miles northeast of Dallas — has been a part of the Lamar County community since 1924.
Paris Junior College offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degrees, as well as Certificates of Proficiency in technical/workforce fields. The college has expanded its academic curriculum through the years to encourage associate degree and university transfer candidates. Since establishing its first vocational program — jewelry and watchmaking in 1942 — the college has been aggressive in adding technical/workforce programs that will benefit students entering the workforce.
The campus of 54 tree-shaded acres includes 20 major buildings and residence halls and provides students a unique and pleasant environment for learning.
Paris Junior College also operates centers in Sulphur Springs, Texas, and in Greenville, Texas.
Vision
To be the educational provider of choice for the region.
Mission
Paris Junior College is a comprehensive community college serving the region’s educational and training needs while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of our diverse community.
Update: Missing Sulphur Springs Teen Found
May 23, 2020 – Sulphur Springs Police Department confirmed Saturday morning, May 23, that the missing Sulphur Springs teen has been found. Camri Leigh Propes was reportedly located and “is safe.”
Sulphur Spring Police on May 20 asked for the public’s help in locating the teen, said to have been missing from her Sulphur Springs address since May 12.
The teen was reported shortly before midnight Friday to have been located. Appreciation was expressed via KSST’s Facebook page to those who helped in their search for the youth.
5 Jailed In Hopkins County On Felony Warrants
At least five were jailed in Hopkins County on felony warrants May 20-21 on felony warrants, according to arrest and jail reports.
Sulphur Springs Police Officer Adrian Pruitt stopped a Ford Fusion on College Street Thursday morning. The driver was identified as 37-year-old Brandon Gerrod Mickens of Sulphur Springs.
A records check showed Mickens to be wanted on a Bowie County charge. Pruitt took him into custody for 11:52 a.m. May 21 on the warrant for failure to appear on a criminal mischief charge.
Mickens remained in Hopkins County jail Friday, May 22. Bond on the felony criminal mischief ($2,500-$30,000) charge, according to jail reports.
HCSO Deputy Alvin Jordan arrested 18-year-old Bryer Ray Parnell at his Como residence at 3:15 p.m. May 20, on a felony warrant for theft of firearm. The offense is alleged to have occurred on April 6, according to arrest reports.
Parnell was released from jail on May 21 on the theft of firearm charge; bond was set at $5,000 on the felony charge, according to jail reports.
According to jail records, May 20 marked the second time this week and the third time this year Parnell has been booked into Hopkins County jail.
SSPD Officer Pruitt arrested Parnell on May 15 on two possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance charges. The allegedly had one bag containing a white powdery substance suspected to be cocaine and another containing a crystal-like substance suspected to be methamphetamine. Parnell was released from Hopkins County jail Sunday, May 17; bond was set at $5,000 bond per controlled substance charge, according to jail reports.
Parnell was also arrested Feb. 23, 2020, for possession of 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams of a Penalty Group 2 controlled substance after claiming a bag of Ecstasy pills found in a vehicle curing a traffic stop, according to arrest reports. The teen spent Feb. 23-25 in the county jail, before being released on a $10,000 bond on the Penalty Group 2 charge, according to jail reports.
Erika Renee Holt was served with a controlled substance warrant on May 21. Holt was already in custody at Hopkins County jail, following her arrest May 20 on a Wood County warrant for violation of probation.
Hopkins County Sheriff‘s Deputy Justin Wilkerson and Sgt. Tanner Steward spotted her in a Ford Focus on State Highway 154 south at County Road 1188 at 7:35 p.m. May 20. A records check showed the warrant for the 34-year-old Quitman woman’s arrest. She was stopped and taken into custody. A search of the car allegedly revealed a small amount of drug paraphernalia. Holt was arrested at 7:42 p.m. on the Wood County warrant for violation of probation, which she was on for a possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance, Wilkerson and Shaw alleged in arrest reports.
At 5:45 p.m. May 21, Wilkerson served Holt at the jail with a possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance warrant, according to arrest reports. Holt remained in Hopkins County Friday morning, May 22. Bond on the Hopkins County charge was set at $10,000, according to arrest reports.
Cory Wayne Thompson, 25, of Greenville was jailed in Hopkins County on May 20 on a warrant for violation of probation, which he was on for a September 2016 evading arrest or detention with a vehicle or watercraft offense, according to jail reports. He remained in Hopkins County jail Friday, May 22.
Thompson was indicted on the felony evading arrest charge in November 2016, according to court records. He also spent Sept. 18, 2019-Dec. 30, 2019, in Hopkins County jail for bond forfeiture on the charge, according to jail reports.
Gonzalo Chairez-Navarro, 24, of Dallas was jailed in Hopkins County on May 20 for bond forfeiture on Nov. 21, 2018 possession of 4 grams or more but less than 400 grams of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance and unlawful carrying of a weapon charges, according to jail reports.
He was originally arrested Nov. 21, 2018 on both charges; he was released Nov. 23, 2018, on $20,000 bond on the controlled substance charge and $2,000 on the weapon charge, according to jail records. He was indicted in September 2019 on controlled substance charge, according to court records.
Chairez-Navarro remained in Hopkins County jail Friday, May 22 on both charges. His new bond was set at $40,000 on the controlled substance and $5,000 on the weapon charge, according to jail reports.
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.
KSSTRadio.com publishes Sulphur Springs Police Department reports and news. The Police Department is located at 125 Davis St., Sulphur Springs, Texas. Non-emergency calls can be made to (903) 885-7602.
If you have an emergency dial 9-1-1.
The Sulphur Springs Police Department continues to serve its citizens with pride in its overall mission and will strive to provide the best possible police force in the 21st century.
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.
911 Text For Help, Traffic Stop Result In 2 Controlled Substance Arrests
May 22, 2020 – Local officials arrested two men on Interstate 30 on controlled substance charges, following two separate incidents, according to arrest reports. A 911 text for help and a disturbance complaint resulted in a controlled substance arrest on Interstate 30 Thursday night, according to sheriff’s reports. A traffic stop elsewhere on I-30 Thursday afternoon also resulted in a controlled substance arrest.
911 Text, Disturbance Complaint
Hopkins County Sheriff ‘s Sgt. Tanner Steward and Deputy Drew Fisher responded around 10:20 p.m. May 21, in the area of the 120 mile marker on Interstate 30, to try to locate the source of a verbal disturbance. Dispatchers had received a 911 text from the complainant with a message for someone to “help me.”. Subsequently, the dispatchers could hear on a line what sounded like two people arguing.
Deputies located a tractor trailer on the shoulder of Interstate 30 west near mile marker 120. Upon contact with a 50-year-old Coldwater, Mississippi man at the location, the man “seemed surprised by Law Enforcement presence,” the HCSO officers wrote in arrest reports. The Mississippi man alleged he was arguing with female passenger, that they “fight all the time because she drinks.”
The Mississippi man allegedly “talked over” Sgt. Steward while the sheriff’s deputy was investigating the situation. When asked, the truck driver allegedly admitted to having marijuana in the truck. Steward did find a small amount of marijuana as well as a cut straw with a crystal-like substance suspected to be methamphetamine in it and a clear container with a crystal-like substance also suspected to be meth on the dash.
The man, identified in arrest reports as Michael Ross Jackson, allegedly “stated more than once the situation was going bad and to place him in the patrol car,” Steward noted in arrest reports. Steward suspected the behavior was likely the result of Jackson being under the influence of meth, according to arrest reports. Steward took the man into custody and transported him to jail.
While Steward was checking the truck for illegal substances, Deputy Fisher talked to the other person involved. The disturbance, according to the deputies was determined to have only been verbal in nature. The woman was given an escort elsewhere, according to sheriff’s reports.
The substance field-tested positive for methamphetamine and weighed 0.95 gram, resulting in Jackson being booked into Hopkins County jail for possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance, the deputies alleged in arrest reports. He was released from jail May 22. Bond on the felony charge was set at $5,000.
Routine I-30 Traffic Stop
Sulphur Springs Police Office Adrian Pruitt at 2:13 p.m. May 21, conducted a traffic stop on a Chevrolet Cavalier on I-30 east at mile marker 126 (near College Street).
Upon contact with the driver and passenger, Pruitt claimed a strong odor of marijuana emitted from the car. A pat down of the 25-year-old passenger, Pruitt alleged finding a THC marijuana pen in Keasandre Deshon Spence’s front pants pocket. The Glenn Heights man admitted the pen was THC and was arrested at 2:31 p.m. May 21 on a possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 2 controlled substance charge.
Spence remained in Hopkins County jail Friday, May 22, on the controlled substance charge. Bond was set at $5,000.
KSSTRadio.com publishes Sulphur Springs Police Department reports and news. The Police Department is located at 125 Davis St., Sulphur Springs, Texas. Non-emergency calls can be made to (903) 885-7602.
If you have an emergency dial 9-1-1.
The Sulphur Springs Police Department continues to serve its citizens with pride in its overall mission and will strive to provide the best possible police force in the 21st century.
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.
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.
Governor Abbott, DPS Announce Limited Reopening Of Driver License Offices
| Limited Services By Appointment Only As Part Of Phased Approach AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will begin a phased opening of driver license offices starting May 26th with limited service offerings. As part of this opening plan, DPS will launch a statewide driver license (DL) appointment system that allows customers to book appointments up to six months in advance. The limited services being offered will be by appointment only. “This phased opening of our driver license offices and the launch of DPS’ online appointment system prioritizes the health and safety of our communities and ensures Texans have access to the services they need at their local driver license offices,” said Governor Abbott. “I thank DPS for developing this safe and strategic plan to open their offices and for launching a new appointment system to streamline our driver license services.” The four-phase plan for the opening of driver license offices is as follows: Phase 1: Offices in DPS’ Northwest and West Texas regions will reopen with limited services beginning May 26, 2020. Customers who currently do not possess a Texas DL, CDL, learner permit or ID card, as well those who are in need of a drive test, can begin scheduling appointments in these two regions on May 22 at 1 p.m. Phase 2: Offices in DPS’ South and Central Texas regions will reopen with limited services beginning May 29, 2020. Customers who currently do not possess a Texas DL, CDL, learner permit or ID card, as well those who are in need of a drive test, can begin scheduling appointments in these two regions on May 26 at 1 p.m. Phase 3: Offices in DPS’ North and Southeast Texas regions will reopen with limited services beginning June 3, 2020. Customers who currently do not possess a Texas DL, CDL, learner permit or ID card, as well those who are in need of a drive test, can begin scheduling appointments in these two regions on May 29 at 1 p.m. Phase 4 will allow customers to schedule an appointment for all DL office transactions anywhere in the state and is expected to begin midsummer. DPS will announce details on this phase at a later date. Extension for expiration dates will remain in effect until phase 4 is implemented. |
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Wood County Sheriff’s Report – May 13-19, 2020
Wednesday, May 13
- At 4:30 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1320 near Quitman.
- At 9:53 a.m., horses were reported out on CR 3250 near Quitman.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:14 a.m., in reference to a scam on CR 3960 near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2275 near Mineola, at approximately 1:46 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief. A known actor damaged the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to State Highway 154 near Yantis, at approximately 3:24 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1416 near Quitman, at approximately 6:16 p.m., in reference to a public nuisance. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicles.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 37 near Mineola, at approximately 6:50 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individuals.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2280 near Mineola, at approximately 6:50 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. James Matthews, 72, of Mineola, was arrested for Assault Family Violence.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 8:05 p.m., in reference to harassment on FM 2869 near Hawkins. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the incident.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:19 p.m., in reference to possible criminal trespass on FM 288 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 3540 near Hawkins; at approximately 9:58 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
Thursday, May 14
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 1940 near Yantis; at approximately 12:32 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Highway 80 near Mineola; at approximately 2:38 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Beaulah Street in Hawkins; at approximately 3:04 a.m. Justin Richard, 32, of Hawkins, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
- At 8:38 a.m, cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Winnsboro.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 312 near Winnsboro; at approximately 9:29 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 17 near Alba; at approximately 9:44 a.m. Wilma Royston, 60, of Alba, was arrested for Hinder Apprehension or Prosecution Known Felon. Scott Stalsberg, 51, of Alba, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2262 near Mineola, at approximately 10:44 a.m., in reference to theft. A known actor stole several items from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:48 p.m., in reference to harassment on CR 3820 near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2164 near Quitman, at approximately 7:15 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies located and advised the individual to shoot in a safe direction.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 2869 near Hawkins; at approximately 9:35 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:19 p.m., in reference to terroristic threat on Bent Bow Lane near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1575 near Alba, at approximately 10:42 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
Friday, May 15
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2297 near Mineola, at approximately 12:37 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1941 near Yantis, at approximately 1:42 a.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies located the individuals and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 69 near Mineola, at approximately 7:07 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies made contact with a key holder and everything was OK.
- At 9:36 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 49 near Hawkins.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 9:47 a.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, broke into the reporting party’s property and stole several items. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1616 near Alba, at approximately 11:02 a.m., in reference to fraud. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- At 12:24 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 3879 near Hawkins.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 154 near Quitman, at approximately 12:28 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to PR 7631 near Hawkins, at approximately 12:37 p.m., in reference to fraud. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1600 near Alba, at approximately 1:10 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole an air compressor from the reporting party’s property. This case is active.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1227 near Quitman, at approximately 1:27 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1540 near Alba, at approximately 2:42 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3269 near Mineola, at approximately 4:15 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief. A known actor damaged the reporting party’s property.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 80 near Mineola, at approximately 4:30 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3279 near Hawkins, at approximately 5:22 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2263 near Mineola, at approximately 6:13 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to Waterfront Row near Quitman, at approximately 6:39 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. Michael Mashburn, 50, of Quitman, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2275 near Mineola, at approximately 7:35 p.m., in reference to a fire. Deputies located the fire and determined it was a controlled burn.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 14 near Hawkins; at approximately 8:17 p.m. Deputies located the individual and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1944 near Yantis, at approximately 8:28 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:31 p.m., in reference to terroristic threat on CR 1840 near Yantis. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Highway 37 near Mineola; at approximately 10:38 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2262 near Mineola; at approximately 11:29 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Saturday, May 16
- At 1:41 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 49 near Mineola.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 1950 near Yantis; at approximately 1:52 a.m. Deputies located the individual and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to Sioux near Quitman, at approximately 4:28 a.m., in reference to an inquest. A male, 62, was found deceased in his residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy was ordered.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1681 near Alba, at approximately 8:33 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
- Deputies were dispatched to SPUR 514 near Yantis, at approximately 9:25 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies made contact with the homeowner and everything was OK.
- At 10:27 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1600 near Alba.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 37 near Mineola, at approximately 3:43 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 6:19 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2275 near Mineola, at approximately 8:29 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Roger Lawson, 38, of Mineola, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury of Family/Household Member – Impede Breathing or Circulation.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 515 near Yantis, at approximately 9:37 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies made contact with the homeowner and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to PR 6671 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:13 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Sunday, May 17
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2430 near Mineola, at approximately 1:11 a.m., in reference to a fire. Mineola Fire Department extinguished the fire and the incident was cleared.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 69 near Quitman, at approximately 1:18 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 154 near Quitman, at approximately 3:07 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies located the individuals and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1941 near Yantis, at approximately 8:44 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and determined it was weather related.
- Deputies were dispatched to Lake Holbrook beach, at approximately 10:02 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1475 near Como, at approximately 1:27 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 4536 near Winnsboro, at approximately 2:51 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to Arapaho near Quitman, at approximately 7:33 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2129 near Quitman, at approximately 7:44 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 8:48 p.m., in reference to harassment on CR 1560 near Alba. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- At 8:57 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 3105 near Quitman.
Monday, May 18
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3470 near Hawkins, at approximately 3:27 a.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1558 near Alba, at approximately 12:52 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a trolling motor from the reporting party’s boat. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 4470 near Winnsboro, at approximately 4:51 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 154 near Quitman, at approximately 6:23 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 8:00 p.m., in reference to terroristic threat on CR 2130 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2264 near Mineola, at approximately 9:48 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies located the individuals and advised them to lower the volume of the music.
Tuesday, May 19
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2176 near Quitman, at approximately 1:11 a.m., in reference to a dispute. Parties were separated for the night.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2840 near Mineola, at approximately 2:22 a.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies made contact with the individuals and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to Sioux near Quitman, at approximately 5:23 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any individuals.
- Deputies spoke to the reporting party, at approximately 12:25 p.m., in reference to a theft on FM 515 near Alba. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a cell phone from the reporting party’s property.
- Deputies were dispatched to Kickapoo near Quitman, at approximately 1:11 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies made contact with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2175 near Quitman, at approximately 6:26 p.m., in reference to terroristic threat. Garrett Brown, 20, of Big Sandy, was arrested for Terroristic Threat Cause Fear of Imminent Serious Bodily Injury.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2540 near Mineola, at approximately 7:59 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a dog from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2150 near Quitman, at approximately 9:25 p.m., in reference to a suspicious vehicle. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
Agency Assists
Between the dates of May 13 and May 19, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following: Texas Forestry Service Law Enforcement, Department of Public Safety, Quitman Police Department and Emergency Medical Services.
Jail Count
Total jail count – 129 inmates: 109 males and 20 females.
Sheriff’s Reminders
- 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.
Schedule For Phased Opening Of Driver License Offices Announced
Offices In Sulphur Springs Area Listed In Phase 3 Of Plan
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Department of Public Safety will begin a phased opening of driver license offices starting May 26, with limited service offerings. As part of this opening plan, DPS will launch a statewide driver license appointment system that allows customers to book appointments up to 6 months in advance. The limited services being offered will be by appointment only.
“This phased opening of our driver license offices and the launch of DPS’ online appointment system prioritizes the health and safety of our communities and ensures Texans have access to the services they need at their local driver license offices,” said Governor Abbott. “I thank DPS for developing this safe and strategic plan to open their offices and for launching a new appointment system to streamline our driver license services.”
The four-phase plan for the opening of driver’s license offices is as follows:
- Phase 1: Offices in DPS’ Northwest and West Texas regions will reopen with limited services beginning May 26, 2020. Customers who currently do not possess a Texas DL, CDL, learner permit or ID card, as well those who are in need of a drive test, can begin scheduling appointments in these two regions on May 22 at 1 p.m.
- Phase 2: Offices in DPS’ South and Central Texas regions will reopen with limited services beginning May 29, 2020. Customers who currently do not possess a Texas DL, CDL, learner permit or ID card, as well those who are in need of a drive test, can begin scheduling appointments in these two regions on May 26 at 1 p.m.
- Phase 3: Offices in DPS’ North and Southeast Texas regions (including Sulphur Springs, Emory, Mount Pleasant, Paris, Rockwall, Tyler and Longview) will reopen with limited services beginning June 3, 2020. Customers who currently do not possess a Texas DL, CDL, learner permit or ID card, as well those who are in need of a drive test, can begin scheduling appointments in these two regions on May 29 at 1 p.m.
- Phase 4 will allow customers to schedule an appointment for all DL office transactions anywhere in the state and is expected to begin midsummer. DPS will announce details on this phase at a later date. Extension for expiration dates will remain in effect until phase 4 is implemented.
Channel 18: Softball Senior Ceremony
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