Wood County Sheriff’s Report March 22-28, 2017
March 22nd
At 8:02 a.m., horses were reported out on CR 3750 in Hawkins.
At 8:24 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 3056 in Hawkins.
At 8:57 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 852 in Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to a call at 10:18 a.m. on FM 2869 in reference to a credit card/debit card abuse. The reporting party stated that an unknown person had made 3 unauthorized charges on her debit card for utility services. Her financial institution had requested that she file a report.
At 4:06 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 69 near 4L Processing.
March 23rd
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2351 in Mineola at 9:04 a.m. in reference to a dog bite. The victim had been running and was approached by 2 dogs, one of which bit her on her leg. She was advised to seek medical attention if needed. The deputy made contact with the owner of the dog and issued him a citation.
At 11:36 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2088 at CR 3118 in Quitman.
Deputies were on patrol at 9:20 p.m. in Winnsboro, when they observed a car with 2 individuals known to have active felony warrants out of Wood County. The deputies conducted a traffic stop and, while in the process of arresting the 2 individuals, one tried to escape custody by running. Deputies were forced to deploy a taser in order to prevent further escape and it was effective. Jennifer Clanton, 34, of Gilmer was arrested for outstanding felony warrants and Escape. Michial Moses, 42, of Gilmer was arrested for outstanding felony warrants.
March 24th
At 6:35 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 4730.
At 9:45 a.m., horses were reported out on CR 2320/Highway 37.
Deputies were dispatched at 12:48 p.m. to CR 3588 on a theft call. The complainant reported that an unknown person had stolen a wireless trail camera and 2 spinners from 2 different deer feeders on his hunting property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 2:27 p.m., cows were reported out on Highway 37/4800.
At 8:25 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 1801/CR 2620.
Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3560 in regard to a burglary of a habitation. The reporting party stated that an unknown person had broken into his cabin and stolen several hunting weapons and tools. Investigators will follow up.
March 25th
At 10:19 a.m., deputies were dispatched to E. Highway 80 in Mineola in reference to a fraud. The victims reported that an individual by the name of Robert Stevens knocked on their door stating that he had just finished a paving job down the road and had 2 or 3 yards of asphalt left. He offered to fix the end of their driveway and only charge them $30.00 per yard. They agreed but, a short time later, a truck dumped a large amount of asphalt on their driveway. The individual paved the entire driveway, which was not the agreement, and then presented them with a bill for $9,500.00. Robert Stevens has been involved in other cases involving deceptive trade practices and this case has been forwarded to investigators. Please do not sign any contracts with individuals who approach you in this fashion. Sheriff Tom Castloo advises to call the Wood County Sheriff’s Office if contacted by this individual or others with any similar offers.
At 10:23 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 14, one mile south of FM 49.
At 10:57 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 1643.
The Wood County Sheriff’s Office received a call from an individual who reported a known person had stolen a tote bag from his residence containing identification cards, cell phones and a laptop. The investigators will follow up.
At 11:57 a.m., cows were reported out on Highway 37 North near FM 14.
Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2336 in Mineola at 6:25 p.m. on a dog bite call. The victim was riding his bicycle when a black and tan medium sized dog came onto the road and bit him on his leg. The deputy met with the owner of the dog and is following up on this case.
At 8:04 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 2935.
March 26th
At 12:41 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 1801/CR 2640.
At 7:30 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2869/CR 4505.
March 27th
At 11:51 a.m., cows were reported out on Highway 154 East in Quitman.
At 12:56 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2869, 2 ½ miles south of FM 2088 in Winnsboro.
At 1:03 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2225 in Quitman.
Deputies met with a complainant in the Sheriff’s Office in regard to a fraud report. The victim stated than an unknown person had made an unauthorized charge to her credit card. The investigators will follow up.
At 3:14 p.m., deputies met with complainants in the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office regarding theft of timber. They reported that they believe that a timber company harvested timber from their property without their consent. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
The Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a reckless driver on County Road 3144 in Quitman at 8:06 p.m. When the deputies located the vehicle and made a traffic stop, the deputy detected the overwhelming odor of an alcoholic beverage emitting from the driver and he was unable to complete the Standard Field Sobriety Test. Steven Glenn Newsome, 64, of Mount Vernon was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated with Open Container, Third or More.
March 28th
At 8:19 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 312, north of 2088 in Winnsboro.
At 9:55 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 69/FM 515.
At 10:05 a.m., cows were reported out on Highway 37/CR 4186 in Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2320 in Mineola at 4:32 p.m. on a theft call. The complainant reported that U.P.S. had left a package at his home while he was away and an unknown person removed it from his property.
Deputies were dispatched at 5:55 p.m. to County Road 2231 in Mineola on a burglary call. The complainant reported that an unknown person had entered his shop, which is located behind his residence, and stolen multiple firearms valued at approximately $1,000.00. This case has been forwarded to investigators for follow-up.
At 7:45 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 49, west on FM 2869 in Hawkins.
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 Crimestoppers at 903-763-CASH.
