On Wednesday July 31, at approximately 1:59 pm, Deputy Gabriel Villarreal made a traffic stop at the intersection of U.S. 287 and Maurine.  The 28-year-old female driver was placed under arrest.  She was transported to the Wichita County Detention Center and was charged with Possession of Marijuana under two ounces and was issued two citations for Speeding and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

On Wednesday July 31, at approximately 11:58 am, Deputy Justin Mitchell made a traffic stop at the intersection of U.S. 287 and City View.  The 41-year-old male driver and a 44-year-old male passenger were placed under arrest.  They were transported to the Wichita County Detention Center and were charged with Unlawful Possession of Firearm by Felon and Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 1 over one gram under four grams.

On Wednesday July 31, at approximately 2:17 am, Deputy Hunter McCain made a traffic stop in the 7300 block of Northwest Frwy.  The 29-year-old male driver was placed under arrest.  He was transported to the Wichita County Detention Center and was charged with five outstanding warrants for Turn Right from Wrong Lane, No Drivers License in Possession, Speeding and two counts of Expired Motor Vehicle Registration.

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 940-766-8100, ext. 8254. 

David Duke, Sheriff

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. ?-1!==(i