On Tuesday May 12, at approximately 3:30 pm, Deputy Ralph Burdick and Deputy Jeff Penney responded to the 2000 block of Hwy. 79 in reference to a Burglary of a Habitation in Progress. Upon arrival, the Reporting Person reported that he arrived at the residence and observed a subject carrying items from the residence. The subject then fled the scene in a red vehicle. Deputy Scott Chapel observed the vehicle travelling on Andrews and began pursuing it. The vehicle wrecked out at the intersection of Elwood and Mitchel. The 51-year-old male driver was placed under arrest. He was transported to the Wichita County Detention Center and was charged with Burglary of a Habitation and Evading Arrest/Detention with Vehicle.
On Tuesday May 12, at approximately 7:21 pm, Deputy Roy Biter responded to the 3000 block of F.M. 369 in reference to a Disturbance. Upon arrival, the Reporting Person reported that there had been a verbal argument with neighbors prior to Deputies arrival. All parties involved barred each other from their respective properties.
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.