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Texas man pleads guilty to assaulting officers during Jan. 6 Capitol breach
WASHINGTON, District of Columbia — A Texas man has pleaded guilty to multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, including assaulting law enforcement during the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol. Dustin Ray Williams, 33, of Brady, Texas, admitted to two felony charges of civil disorder and assaulting, resisting,...
Beeville resident charged with smuggling contraband into federal prison
HOUSTON, Texas — A 32-year-old Beeville resident has been taken into custody for smuggling contraband into a federal prison, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani. Ashley Priscilla Garza made her initial appearance in federal court in Corpus Christi. Garza is charged with receiving a bribe as a public official. According to the indictment, returned June 26, Garza was employed as a religious services assistant at Federal Correctional Institution Three Rivers. During her employment, she allegedly abused the access her position gave her to smuggle contraband to an inmate in 2022 and 2023 in exchange for payment.
Harris County Sheriff Deputy killed in ambush, suspect at large
HOUSTON, Texas — Authorities are urgently seeking Ronnie Palmer, 44, of East Harris County, wanted for aggravated assault and as a person of interest in the murder of a Harris County Sheriff's Office deputy. The aggravated assault occurred on July 10, 2024, at a Little Caesars Pizza on Wallisville...
Ammo company takes shot at selling bullets using vending machines
A company has launched grocery store vending machines - to sell bullets. American Rounds have so far put ammo kiosks into eight locations in Alabama, Oklahoma, and Texas. The so-called Automated Ammo Retail Machines (AARM) use state-of-the-art ID scanners, combined with facial recognition, to check if the person buying is of legal age and who they say they are.
Former Tyler ISD Head Start student, 1-year-old sister killed in July 4 shooting
A former Tyler ISD Head Start student and her 1-year-old sister were killed in a shooting on the Fourth of July in Fort Worth. Ivy Pierce, 4, was one of three people killed in a shooting at a car wash on West Cleburne Road in Fort Worth. Her younger sister, Wynter Thouston, 1, was also killed, along with 42-year-old Terrell Winn, according to CBS19.
Cop blocked: Police seize over $200K worth of stolen Lego
These cops were not playing when they seized $200,000 of stolen Lego sets. Springfield Police Department (SPD) in Oregon say they served a search warrant at the 'Brick Builders' in Eugene on July 3. It is alleged the store's owner was buying stolen sets at a fraction of their value.
San Antonio police seek public's help in solving 2021 homicide of teen shot during fight at apartment complex
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Authorities are seeking information from the public to solve the 2021 murder of 19-year-old Greg Bailey Jr. On December 15, 2021, at approximately 2:15 a.m., officers responded to a shooting in progress at 4840 Ray Bon Dr. Bailey was found inside an apartment with a gunshot wound and later pronounced dead at a hospital, according to a press release from the San Antonio Police Department. A witness reported that Bailey was shot during a fight with two suspects who had arrived at the apartment.
Unmarked cars and secret orders: How a pharmacy prepared drugs for Texas’ executions
The state of Texas, blocked from purchasing lethal injection drugs by major pharmaceutical companies that refuse to participate in executions, bought them instead from an in-state, compounding pharmacy with a history of more than a dozen safety and cleanliness violations, NPR has learned. Rite-Away Pharmacy and Medical Supply in suburban...
San Antonio police seek public's help in solving 2005 murder of 18-year-old Dewitt Gary
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Authorities are asking for the public's assistance in identifying and locating the suspect(s) responsible for the 2005 murder of 18-year-old Dewitt Gary. San Antonio Police and Crime Stoppers of San Antonio are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers at 210-224-STOP (210-224-7867). Tips must...
Police and Crime Stoppers asking for public's assistance identifying two men suspected to be connected to Little Sam's robbery
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Authorities are asking for the public's assistance in identifying two suspects involved in a robbery at a local gas station. On June 16, 2024, at approximately 10:30 p.m., two unknown male suspects allegedly robbed the Little Sams Citgo gas station at 6801 W US Hwy 90, according to the San Antonio Police Department. The suspects, armed with a handgun, took two cases of beer without paying and fled in a green Mercury Mountaineer.
Brazos County Crime Stoppers launches podcast to solve cold cases
BRAZOS COUNTY, Texas — Brazos County Crime Stoppers is launching a podcast to shed light on cold cases and seek public assistance in solving them. Several years ago, Brazos County Crime Stoppers celebrated its 40th anniversary by highlighting 40 cases over 40 days, many of which were cold cases. As the coordinator at that time, a promise was made to the community to continue efforts to find closure for families and justice for victims.
Travis County Sheriff's Office investigates suspicious death
ROUND ROCK, Texas — The Travis County Sheriff's Office is investigating the suspicious death of a woman in her 40s who died at a Round Rock hospital on July 10, 2024. The investigation was initiated after the Williamson County Justice of the Peace contacted TCSO regarding the woman's death, which involved fractured bones in addition to her medical conditions. The decedent's residence falls within TCSO's jurisdiction, prompting the request for an investigation.
Emaciated dog rescued from Houston apartment patio
HOUSTON, Texas — An extremely emaciated dog was rescued from a patio in a Houston apartment complex, according to a statement from the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable's Office. Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen's Animal Cruelty Investigators, in partnership with the Houston SPCA, responded to a report...
Electric scooter stolen from Texas A&M campus
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — An electric scooter was reported stolen from the Texas A&M University campus on July 10, 2024, according to the Texas A&M University Police Department. The victim parked her black and green Glare EBC1 electric scooter at the loading dock of Duncan Dining Hall around 12:15...
Thieves Steal John Deere Tractor and Welder from Greenville Arena
GREENVILLE, Texas — Thieves burglarized the Longhorn Arena in Greenville, Texas, on June 11-12, 2024, making off with a John Deere tractor, a Lincoln welder, gas cans, and a small hand cart. The Zavala County Sheriff's Office reported that the stolen equipment includes a 2021 John Deere 5075-E Utility...
McKinney Police Department hosts summer academies for teens
MCKINNEY, Texas — The McKinney Police Department's School Resource Officer (SRO) Unit is hosting five summer academies for teens, offering hands-on experiences with various police units and tactics. The Basic Academy includes K-9 demonstrations, SWAT training, and more, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of police operations. The Advanced...
Texas parolee wanted for violating supervision
AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Department of Criminal Justice has issued a warrant for the arrest of Jerry Wayne Blanchard, a parolee who failed to comply with his supervision. Blanchard, a 51-year-old previously residing in Edinburg, El Paso, and Amarillo, Texas, was released after serving time for multiple convictions, including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. He is currently charged with injury to a child, according to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Man arrested for murder on Byron Street in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting on Byron Street, according to the El Paso Police Department. Crimes Against Persons detectives are investigating the incident that occurred early Monday morning on the 5300 block of Byron. Patrol officers responded to a welfare check at 6:14 a.m. and found a 26-year-old male victim with a gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
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