Wood County Sheriff’s Report March 7-13, 2018
In this report period, the Wood County Sheriff’s Office has changed the style of the report. Below you will find a summary of the report and then the more detailed report will follow.
Disturbance: 4; Thefts: 5; Burglaries: 7; Terroristic Threats: 2; Criminal Mischiefs: 0; Inquests: 0; Suspicious Circumstances: 5; Suspicious Vehicles: 7; Suspicious Persons: 4; Alarms: 10; Harassments: 2; Criminal Trespasses: 2; Scams: 2; Frauds: 2; Abandoned Vehicles: 0; Cows Out: 17; Horses Out: 5; Welfare Checks: 7; Assaults: 2; Dog Bites: 0; Fires: 1; Noise Complaints: 2; Disputes: 2; Arrest/Warrant Services: 3; Reckless Drivers: 4; Shots Fired: 3; Other: Traffic Hazard (1), Traffic Stop/Pursuit (1)
March 7th
At 5:07 AM, horses were reported out on FM 2088 near Quitman.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to PR 8692 near Winnsboro; at approximately 8:47 AM. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:15 AM, in reference to a fraud that occurred on Aspen Knoll near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
At 10:46 AM, cows were reported out on CR 4255 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2482 near Mineola, at approximately 11:39 AM, in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a deer feeder from the reporting party’s property.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4440 near Winnsboro, at approximately 11:42 AM, in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:36 PM, in reference to a terroristic threat that occurred on CR 3440 near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:09 PM, in reference to fraud that occurred on CR 2303 near Mineola. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 4:30 PM, in reference to a burglary that occurred on FM 1254 near Mineola. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a lawn mower from the reporting party’s property.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3540 near Hawkins, at approximately 6:08 PM, in reference to a disturbance. Parties separated, prior to the deputies’ arrival.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 6:15 PM, in reference to suspicious circumstances that occurred on CR 4583 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2696 near Hawkins, at approximately 8:05 PM, in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2205 near Mineola; at approximately 9:51 PM. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
March 8th
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle at Lake Holbrook camp site; at approximately 1:29 AM. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
At 7:57 AM, cows were reported out on CR 2940 near Alba.
At 8:23 AM, cows were reported out on FM 2088 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2263 near Mineola, at approximately 8:29 AM, in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
At 8:37 AM, cows were reported out on FM 69 near Como.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Winnsboro, at approximately 10:06 AM, in reference to a traffic hazard. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the hazard.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 1:14 PM, in reference to harassment that occurred on CR 1689 near Alba. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2119 near equipment, at approximately 1:21 PM, in reference to fifth. Actors, or actors unknown, still a utility trailer from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2140 in your Quitman, at approximately 2:34 PM, in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, damaged both doors on the reporting party is building. Nothing was found missing. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 515 near Yantis; at approximately 3:27 PM. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 4:23 PM, in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3494 near Hawkins, at approximately 5:28 PM, in reference to an assault that occurred. Amy Schattel, 29, of Hawkins, was arrested for assault causes bodily injury family violence.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Hawkins, at approximately 6:48 PM, in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 7:43 PM, cows were reported out on CR 1900 near Yantis.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party at approximately 9:46 PM, in reference to harassment that occurred on FM 1799 near Alba. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Greenville St. in Alba, at approximately 10:23 PM. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2906 near Mineola, at approximately 11:18 PM, in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
March 9th
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 1799 near Mineola; at approximately 12:01 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
At 8:43 AM, cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2088 near Quitman, at approximately 9:55 AM, in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:43 AM, in reference to a disturbance that occurred on FM 2225 near Quitman. Deputies made contact with all parties involved and cleared the scene.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 8577 near Winnsboro, at approximately 11:49 AM, in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the suspicious activity.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4353 near Winnsboro, at approximately 1:38 PM, in reference to burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 1:39 PM, horses were reported out on FM 49 near Mineola.
At 3:20 PM, cows were reported out on CR 4137 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1602 near Alba, at approximately 3:30 PM, in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on HWY 69 near Alba; at approximately 4:46 PM. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4536 near Winnsboro, at approximately 5:00 PM, in reference to burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, damaged and stole parts of the reporting party’s deer feeder. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Pacific St. in Mineola; at approximately 11:00 PM. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:16 PM, in reference to a dispute. Parties were separated for the night.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4280 near Winnsboro, at approximately 11:20 PM, in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual, which went with EMS to the hospital.
March 10th
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on HWY 69 near Alba, at approximately 4:47 AM. Shawn Beaird, 39, of Emory, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 778 near Mineola; at approximately 10:26 AM. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4575 near Winnsboro, at approximately 11:41 AM, in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4287 near Winnsboro, at approximately 12:36 PM, in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole copper wire from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2268 near Mineola, at approximately 12:39 PM, in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, broke in the reporting party’s residence, but nothing was found missing.
Deputies were dispatched to Fm 515 near Yantis, at approximately 2:45 PM, in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 3:49 PM, cows were reported out on FM 515 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2922 near Alba, at approximately 8:23 p.m., in reference to an assault. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to Main St. in Yantis, at approximately 4:30 PM, 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 5:45 PM, in reference to a theft that occurred on Main St. in Yantis. The reporting party advised the deputies her purse was possibly stolen. The purse was found a couple days later and no theft had occurred.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1941 near Yantis, at approximately 11:08 PM, in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2268 near Mineola, at approximately 11:36 PM, in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
March 11th
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37/CR 2482 near Mineola, at approximately 12:31 AM, in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies located the vehicle on HWY 37 by Wal-Mart in Mineola. Victor Medina, 45, of Mineola, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1941 near Yantis, at approximately 1:09 AM, in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the day.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2330 near Mineola, at approximately 5:18 AM, in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 17 near Yantis, at approximately 9:41 AM, in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 6953 near Mineola, at approximately 10:33 AM, in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
At 10:49 AM, cows were reported out on CR 4864/CR 4860 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3875 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:38 AM, in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3204 near Quitman, at approximately 2:30 PM, in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies located the ATV and the driver was given a warning.
At 4:41 PM, cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 8579 near Winnsboro, at approximately 5:40 PM, in reference to a dispute. Parties separated for the night.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4918 near Quitman, at approximately 5:50 PM, in reference to a structural fire. Quitman Fire Department extinguished the fire and cleared the scene.
Deputies were dispatched o FM 14 near Hawkins, at approximately 6:02 PM, in reference to a disturbance. Gregory Roland, 45, of Hawkins, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
At 8:06 PM, cows were reported out on CR 1810 near Yantis.
March 12th
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 12:47 AM, in reference to a terroristic threat that occurred on CR 3235 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and will provide extra patrol.
At 1:48 AM, cows were reported out on CR 4350 near Winnsboro.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Why 69/FM 779 near Alba; at approximately 2:16 AM. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to Waterfront near Quitman, at approximately 4:48 AM, in reference to a burglary. Deputies advised there were no signs of forced entry or theft and cleared the scene.
At 8:25 AM, cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4480 near Winnsboro, at approximately 9:24 AM, in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 1:08 PM, cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to the Quitman Emergency Room, in reference to an animal bite that occurred on FM 1799 near Mineola; at approximately 2:36 PM. The owner was advised and the incident was clear.
At 4:04 PM, horses were reported out on HWY 37 near Quitman.
At 4:05 PM, cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Hawkins.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2205 near Mineola, at approximately 6:21 PM, in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to Stephens St. in Quitman, at approximately 6:52 PM, in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2230 near Mineola, at approximately 8:07 PM, in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
At 8:12 PM, cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 515/FM 17 near Alba, at approximately 8:45 PM, in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4854 near Winnsboro, at approximately 11:03 PM. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
March 13th
Deputies were dispatched to Hwy 154 East near the county line, at approximately 12:09 AM, in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2298 near Mineola, at approximately 2:20 AM, in reference to a noise complaint. Deputes spoke to all parties involved and cleared the scene.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 17 near Alba, at approximately 6:06 AM. Roy Wooldridge, 37, of Rowlett, was arrested for out-of-county warrants. Wooldridge was released to Hopkins County.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to PR 8692 near Winnsboro, at approximately 7:36 AM. Christopher Jones, 29, of Winnsboro, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:40 AM, in reference to theft that occurred at the gun range in Winnsboro. Actors, or actors unknown, stole the reporting party’s gun. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 2:02 PM, horses were reported out on HWY 37 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2774 near Mineola, at approximately 2:56 PM, in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, broke into the reporting party’s shed and stole several items. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to Fm 49 near Hawkins, at approximately 3:04 PM, in reference to criminal trespass. A known actor was on the property without consent. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
At 3:08 PM, cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Winnsboro.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:56 PM, in reference to a scam that occurred on College St. in Alba. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 4:54 PM, in reference to a scam that occurred on CR 2934 near Alba. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3486 near Hawkins, at approximately 6:11 PM, in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and everything was OK. At 7:17 PM, horses were reported out on HWY 37 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 69 near Quitman, at approximately 7:56 PM, in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop and it lead into a pursuit on CR 1600 near Alba; at approximately 9:50 PM. Samuel Osbourn, 19, of Alba, was arrested for Evading Arrest/Detention with Vehicle, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon, and Possession of Marijuana.
Deputies were dispatched to Fm 17, of Alba, at approximately 11:21 PM, in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Between the dates of March 7 and March 13, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following: Care Center, Hunt County, Emergency Medical Services, Department of Public Safety, Upshur County, Police Departments, and Game Wardens.
Between the dates of March 7 and March 13, Wood County Sheriff’s Investigators filed 3 cases with the District Attorney, obtained 1 arrest warrant and arrested the individual, and recovered $20,000 worth of stolen property.
Total Jail Count – 149 inmates – 127 males and 22 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.
