On Tuesday June 6, at approximately 6:35 pm, Sergeant Ralph Burdick stopped a subject that was walking in the 2000 block of F.M. 369.  The 34-year-old male was placed under arrest.  He was transported to the Wichita County Detention Center and was charged with Possession of Marijuana under two ounces and Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 3.

On Tuesday June 6, at approximately 11:03 pm, Sergeant Mark Whipple Responded to 300 E. 2nd in Burkburnett in reference to a fire investigation.  The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

THE WICHITA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE IS NOW HIRING:

The Wichita County Sheriff’s Office is now hiring Detention Officers.  If you are interested in a fun and rewarding career, you can pick up an application at the Sheriff’s Office located at the Wichita County Courthouse, 900 7th Street or contact the Training Unit at 940-766-8254.

Disclaimer:  Wichita County Sheriff Deputies respond to multiple events every day.  This information is just a sampling.  Information is subject to change as case investigation proceeds.  Individuals arrested on the basis of probable cause have not been charged.  All suspects charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court of law.