by Sheriff Robert Burby
Calls To Services (June 6, 2022, to June 13, 2022): The Newton County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) answered sixty-six (66) calls.
Jail Population: We currently have 22 inmates in the following Jails, 12 housed in Newton, 10 housed in Jasper.
Jail Bookings: Last week there were 8 individuals booked into the NCSO Jail.
Crime Watch: Vehicles that are left unlocked were entered and searched for valuables. In some cases, nothing was taken. In any event, please report these incidents to document when, where and how this occurred. This aids us in finding Who is responsible for these crimes. Always report what you may deem suspicious in your neighborhoods. If you have any questions or would like to contact me, please feel free to do so at (409)379-3636.
Volunteer Initiative Program (VIP):
The “Blue Line Advocates” is the group that was organized under this Community Policing Program. They are assisting the NCSO with various activities and events. If you would like to receive information or become a member, please contact the Sheriff’s Office. The next meeting will be held in the Lobby of the Sheriff’s Office on June 23, 2022, at 6pm.
CRIME STOPPER: – FYI, the Crime Stoppers of Southeast Texas (409)833-TIP@ , they have been instrumental in the past by providing tips regarding criminal activities in our county.
DPS CONDUCTED A DPS TRAFFIC TASKFORCE IN NEWTON COUNTY ON FRIDAY, JUNE 10, 2022, 5pm to Midnight.
During their tour of duty, they initiated 43 vehicles stops and issued 22 citations for various violations. They conducted 8 vehicle searches and made two (2) criminal arrests.
The following individual were booked and arraigned:
Benoit,Blake 6/5/2022 MB Harassment
Rumsey,Camryn 6/8/2022 MA Poss CS PG 3<28G
Range,Ivory 6/8/2022 MA Motion for Adjudication of Guilt/Assault
Venable,Keisha 6/9/2022 F1 Man/Del CS PG 1>=4G<200G
F3 FTA/Poss of C/S (Orange Co)
F3 FTA Poss of C/S (Orange Co)
Hays,David 6/9/2022 F1 Man/Del CS PG1>=4G<200G
Iles,William 6/10/2022 MB Poss Marij<2oz
Sam,Charles 6/10/2022 MA Fail to ID Fugitive Intent Give False Info
F* FTA/Felony Poss of C/S (Orange Co)
Arrant,Worthy Jr. 6/11/2022 F3 Poss CS PG 1/1-B>=1G<4G
MA Evading Arrest Detention
MB Poss Marij<2oz
The following calls and reports were received by NCSO:
Bleakwood: Harassment, Extra Patrol
Newton (Unincorporated Limits): Extra Patrol (Suspicious Activity – vehicles break-ins and vandalism), Abandon Vehicle (CR 3002) – towed by property owner), Extra Patrol (FM 2939), Theft-(Attempted), Harassment, Civil Matter, Prowler,
Bon Wier: Suspicious Activity, Deadly Conduct, Animal Nuisance, Welfare Concern, Follow-Up on Deadly Conduct Case, Assault-Simple, Burglary,
Burkeville: Burglary, Mental Health Call, False Alarm (Resident Secure), Cruelty to Animals,
Call: Disturbance, Theft, Burglary, Mental Health, Welfare Concern, Found Property
Buckhorn: Traffic Hazard (Lowboy Trailer on side of the road)
Liberty: Aggravated Robbery
Deweyville: Animal Nuisance, False Alarm, Burglary, Trespassing (X2), Narcotics Arrests (X2),Thefts, Welfare Concern, Theft, Animal Nuisance, Kirbyville: Theft of Horse, Mental Health, Hwy 87@ Hwy 12 Found Property, Animal Nuisance (Loose Cows), False Alarm, Suspicious Activity
Belgrade: UUMV
Pine Grove: Harassment, Criminal Mischief
Toledo Bend: Civil Matter, Officer Assist to Sabine Co. SO, Suspicious Activity, Possible Theft, Neighbor Dispute/Disturbance, Reckless Driving,
Shankleville: False Alarm,
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