August 13, 2008 Weekly Police Blotter

District 2 - Lt. Andrew Eason (South County/Woodlands)

Man Arrested for Stealing Vehicle

On August 4, at about 3:28 p.m., MCSO was dispatched to assist a Harris County Sheriff's Officer who was following a stolen vehicle in to Montgomery County. Cpl. Staggs caught up with the stolen vehicle and pursued the suspect, at a high rate of speed, to a residence on Ivey St. After stopping the vehicle the officers also found one rolled marijuana cigarette and a loose bud of marijuana. The male suspect, 36, was arrested for stealing a motor vehicle, evading arrest in a motor vehicle, and possession of marijuana.

Woman Arrested for Forged Prescription

On August 5, at approximately 9:59 a.m., Dep. Woodrick was dispatched to Sawdust Rd. in reference to a Forgery of a prescription. The pharmacist stated that she confirmed the prescription was altered with the doctor's office and would like to press charges. The female suspect, 34, was confronted by Dep. Woodrick and she stated the prescription was altered but not by her. She refused to say who altered the prescription. The suspect was then arrested for forgery of a prescription.

Teen Arrested for Marijuana Possession

On August 8, at about 2:20 a.m., Deputy Bishop was dispatched to a Burglary at Bushwood Place. While enroute to the call, Dep. Bishop noticed a vehicle matching the description of a vehicle involved in several burglaries in the area driving at a high rate of speed. Dep. Bishop conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle. The driver was combative and had a strong odor of marijuana about his person. While conducting an interview with the suspect, Sgt. Jenkins walked up to the vehicle and observed a clear plastic baggy containing a green leafy substance in plain view. When the driver was asked about the substance he stated that there was just marijuana in the vehicle. The male suspect, 18, was arrested for possession of marijuana.

District 6 - Lt. David Dottei (Town Center)

Man Arrested for Assault

On August 10, at 12:25 a.m., Dep. Conklin, Dep. Hook, and Dep. Koth were dispatched to Lake Robbins in reference to a customer disturbance. The bartender had asked the suspect to leave due to his behavior. About five minutes later the suspect returned. The suspect then gained access to the restaurant again and assaulted the reported. The male suspect, 32, was arrested for assault.

District VI officers made six arrests for shoplifting the week of August 5- August 11.

District 1 - Lt. Darrel Conn (North County)

Suspicious Man Arrested for Drug Possession

On August 8, Sergeant C. Rogers was dispatched to 9800 Lazy Oaks in reference to a suspicious person. Upon arrival, the male suspect, 24, was found attempting to hide near a rear window of a residence. Sgt. Rogers detained the individual and later located several items of stolen stash near the front gate to the property. This suspect was also found to be in Possession of Marijuana and a Controlled Substance. Three charges were filed: Burglary of a Habitation - Felony 2 degree; Possession of a Controlled Substance - Misdemeanor "A"; and Possession of Marijuana - Misdemeanor "B"

Man Arrested for Assaulting Wife

On August 5, at 6 a.m., Corporal Bonner responded to an Assault Family Violence. A 28-year-old man was arrested after he had reportedly assaulted his common-law wife, by attempting to physically remove her from the residence. The complainant exhibited a large abrasion to her head. The man was charged with Assault - Family Violence, Class A.

Man Arrested for Marijuana Possession and Failure to Identify

On August 6, at 11:30 a.m., Deputy Peckne was checking on a suspicious person and vehicle near the 13000 block of Rose Road, in Conroe, when the individual gave a fictitious name and failed to properly identify. The 25-year-old male suspect was identified and arrested. He was charged with: Warrant - Driving While License Invalid; Warrant - Possession of Marijuana; Fictitious Registration - Vehicle; Invalid Motor Vehicle Inspection (Fictitious); Possession of Identifying Information; and Fail to Identify (Fugitive).

Man Arrested for Assault and Threats

On August 7, a 43-year-old man was arrested at 10600 Redbud, in Conroe, after he assaulted family members. Sgt. Rogers arrived on scene to investigate when the suspect complained of chest pains. He was transported to E.R. by ambulance. Upon arrival, he reportedly caused another disturbance with hospital staff and walked out against medical advice. Once outside he telephoned his residence and reportedly threatened to shoot five people at the location. Deputies returned and found the 43-year-old back at the residence, sitting on the couch, smoking cigarettes and apparently intoxicated. This man then became argumentative toward MCSO personnel and jail staff. He was charged with Assault - Family Violence and Terroristic Threat.

Wanted Man Arrested with Meth

On August 8, at 11 p.m., Deputy Kader located a 24-year-old man and found him to be in Possession of Methamphetamine. The suspect was also found to have multiple active warrants from the City of Pearland, Texas. He was arrested and transported at 11:30 a.m.

Man Crashes to Trying to Evade Arrest

On August 8, Deputy Halbert attempted to conduct a traffic stop when the driver of the suspect vehicle refused to stop. A short pursuit incurred until the fleeing suspect lost control and wrecked his 2002 Dodge pickup into trees. The male suspect, 35, was not injured and was taken into custody for Evading Arrest with a Motor Vehicle.

District 3 - Lt. Jim Fleming (East County)

Man Arrested for DWI

On August 4, Deputy C. Evans observed a black pickup truck in the ditch in the 20000 block of FM 1314. Dep. Evans stopped and saw the male driver in the vehicle attempting to back out of the ditch. The suspect was found to be intoxicated. The man, 38, from Crosby was arrested at 3:08 a.m. for DWI and transported to jail.

Wanted Man Arrested with Marijuana

On August 4, Deputy J. Armstrong was sent to the 23400 block of FM 1485 in reference to a criminal mischief call. Dep. Armstrong met with the owner of the Park and was advised that someone had tried to steal the copper from one of the trailers by tearing the metal siding off. Dep. Armstrong was able to locate the suspect and found the man to have an outstanding warrant for burglary of a building out of Montgomery County. During a search of the suspect, he was found to have a small quantity of marijuana in his possession. The man, 31, from Bedias, was arrested at 11:15 a.m. and transported to jail.

Man Arrested for Fraudulent Check

On August 4, Deputy C. Turrentine was dispatched to the ACE Check Cash in the 23700 block of Hwy 59 in reference to a forgery. Dep. Turrentine located a male suspect who was attempting to cash a fraudulent check. The 30-year-old man from Splendora was arrested at 2:48 p.m. and transported to jail.

Four Arrested for Copper Theft

On August 5, Deputy J. Walker was patrolling the Oakhurst subdivision when a white vehicle was observed circling around the neighborhood. Dep. Walker followed the vehicle and stopped it on a traffic violation in the 23900 block of FM 1314. There were four occupants inside the vehicle. Dep. Walker approached the vehicle and observed several pieces of copper tubing in the back and front seat areas. During an investigation, it was discovered that the copper had been stolen from a house under construction on Eagle Trace in the Oakhurst subdivision. The four suspects, a 25-year-old male from New Caney, a 19-yearold male from Houston, a 19-year-old female from Conroe and a 19-year-old male from Webster, were arrested at 2:41 a.m. and transported to jail.

Woman Arrested for Stealing Jewelry

On August 5, Deputy C. Turrentine was sent to the 22300 block of E. Martin Drive in reference to a theft. Dep. Turrentine met with a female complainant who advised that a female acquaintance took jewelry out of her room. The woman's father went to the suspect's residence and recovered the jewelry except for a gold chain. Dep. Turrentine attempted to speak with the suspect when she ran into her house and barricaded herself. After several minutes the woman came out and was detained. The 20-year-old woman from Porter was arrested at 8:57 p.m. and transported to jail.

Man Arrested for Failure to Identify

On August 6, Deputies C. Curry and P. Rex responded to the 17500 block of Woods Drive in reference to a family violence call. During questioning a man at the scene identified himself and it was found that the male had falsified who he was. The 41-year-old man from New Caney was arrested for failure to identify at 12:01 a.m. and transported to jail.

Man Arrested for DWI

On August 6, Deputies C. Curry and P. Rex were dispatched in an attempt to locate a drunk driver on FM 1314 near Porter. The vehicle was located in the area of FM 1314 and Sorters Road. The male driver was found to be intoxicated. The man, 35, from Conroe, was arrested for DWI at 11:30 p.m. and transported to jail.

Woman Arrested for Drug Possession

On August 7, Deputy C. Azwell was notified of a welfare concern in the 14500 block of FM 1485. Dep. Azwell located a woman who appeared to be on some type of narcotic. During the investigation, Dep. Azwell found the woman to be in possession of a dangerous drug and in possession of a controlled substance. The woman, 35, from Splendora, was arrested at 10:59 a.m. and transported to jail.

Two Arrested for Meth Possession

On August 8, Deputy C. Azwell was sent to the 20300 block of Lakeside Drive in reference to a criminal trespass call. Dep. Azwell met with Corporal S. Spiller who was detaining a male and a female for possession of methamphetamine. The woman, 20, and man, 35, both from Porter, were arrested at 5:42 a.m. and transported to jail.

Man Arrested for Intoxication

On August 9, Deputies C. Curry and P. Rex were dispatched to the 20700 block of South Terrace Drive on a welfare concern. The deputies encountered a man on location who was holding a fork to his stomach and wanting the deputies to shoot him. The man was highly intoxicated. The 24-year-old man from Conroe was arrested for public intoxication at 3:40 a.m. and taken to jail.

Man Arrested for Cocaine Possession

On August 9, Deputy J. Walker responded to the 21500 block of Hwy 59 in reference to an officer assist. Dep. Walker met with an out of county deputy and was advised that a male was seen in his vehicle in possession of a small clear plastic baggy that contained a white substance. During the investigation the man was found to be in possession of several baggies of cocaine. The 25-year-old man from Cleveland was arrested at 11:08 p.m. and transported to jail.

Warrants served:

A 50-year-old woman from Porter was arrested at 7:40 p.m. on August 5, in the 24300 block of Ford Road, by Deputy A. White for a criminal mischief warrant out of Montgomery County. Dep. White was investigating a disturbance call.

A 54-year-old woman from New Caney was arrested at 9 p.m. on August 5, in the area of Thomas Street and Stewart Street, by Deputy J. Guion for a driving while intoxicated 2nd warrant out of Montgomery County. Dep. Guion was investigating a disturbance call.

A 20-year-old woman from Cleveland was arrested at 3:10 p.m. on August 6, in the 23500 block of Loop 494, by Deputy D. Rippley for a six warrants out of J.P. 4 Montgomery County. Dep. Rippley was investigating a theft call and the female had falsely identified herself. She was also filed on for failure to identify as a fugitive.

A 44-year-old man from Conroe was arrested at 3:30 p.m. on August 9, in the 23800 block of Hwy 59, by Deputy S. Ortiz for a theft warrant out of Montgomery County. Dep. Ortiz was investigating a possible wanted person at the location.

A 48-year-old woman from New Caney was arrested at 4:31 p.m. on August 9, in the 27600 block of Lantern Lane, by Deputy D. Rippley for a theft by check warrant out of Montgomery County. Dep. Rippley was investigating a family disturbance.

District 4 - Lt. Art Galloway (West County)

Theft at Well Site

On August 5, Deputy K. Krolczyk was dispatched to Golden Rod in Magnolia in reference to a theft. Upon arrival, Dep. Krolczyk met with the complainant who is a supervisor for Northwest Water Systems. The supervisor advised that when he arrived at the well site to take a reading and check the site he noticed that the fence was cut and a well starter was missing from the electrical panel. The cost to replace the electrical starter is $400. The damage to the 20 feet of chain link fence is approximately $200. This case referred to CID detectives.

Lawn Mower Stolen

On August 6, Deputy T. Slusher was dispatched to Long Pines in Magnolia in reference to s theft of a riding lawn mower. When Dep. Slusher arrived on location he met with the complainant who stated that he last saw his lawn mower parked under a tarp in the back yard of his residence the night of August 5. The lawn mower was 3-months-old and valued at $1,100.00. It was described as a Husky 18.5hp riding mower, red in color with a 42" cut. This case has been referred to CID detectives.

Trailor Broken Into

On August 6, Deputy T. Slusher was dispatched to Rhode Island in Magnolia in reference to burglary of a habitation, criminal mischief, and theft of copper. Upon arrival, Dep. Slusher saw that entry to the residence was gained by prying open the front door. He then met with the complainant who is an employee of Sungate Management and she provided detailed information for the report. The total dollar loss reported wass $2,500. This case has been referred to CID detectives.

Car Stolen

On August 6, Deputy G. Kerr was dispatched to Dallas St. in Magnolia in reference to the theft of a vehicle. Upon arrival, Dep. Kerr met with the complainant (owner of the vehicle) who stated that she discovered her 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier missing from her driveway at 6 a.m. on August 6. She provided the name of a suspect. The estimated value of the vehicle is reported at $7,500. This case has been referred to CID Auto Theft Task Force.

Woman Arrested for Assault

On August 7, Deputy J. Herman along with Deputy H. Suarez were dispatched to Sentinel Oaks in Pinehurst in reference to an Aggravated Assault (family violence). Upon arrival, the deputies met with the complainant, a witness, and the suspect. Information was provided as to the details of the assault and the female suspect was arrested and transported to the county jail in Conroe. This case has been referred to the District Attorney's Office for the charges filed.

Four Wheeler Stolen

On August 8, Deputy E. Diaz was dispatched to Terri Lane in Magnolia in reference to a theft. When Dep. Diaz arrived at the location he met with the complainant who stated that his son had chained his 4-wheeler to a tree in the back yard on the east side of the residence on August 6. The complainant noticed the 4-wheeler missing on August 8 and called to make the report. This case has been referred to CID Auto Theft Task Force.

Man Arrested for Assaulting Woman

On August 9, Deputy H. Suarez was dispatched to E. Lakeshore Dr. in Magnolia in reference to a family violence in progress call. Upon Dep. Suarez's arrival he met and spoke with the complainant, observed the scene and the blood on the kitchen floor. Dep. Suarez called for another unit and Deputy E. Diaz arrived and assisted in the investigation and photographing of the scene and the complainant. EMS arrived to tend to the complainant's injuries and transport her to the hospital for further medical treatment. The male suspect was arrested and transported to the county jail in Conroe. This case has been referred to the District Attorney's Office for prosecution.

Gun, Cash and Pills Stolen

On August 10, Deputy E. Hollan was dispatched to Community in Magnolia in reference to a theft/theft of a firearm. Upon arrival, Dep. Hollan met with the complainant who provided information for the report, suspect names, and the value of stolen property (1 jar of misc. coins $285, 1 bottle of pills $50, 1 Smith and Wesson chrome-plated 9MM automatic pistol $900). This case has been referred to CID detectives.

District 5 - Lt. Don Lacy (Northwest County)

Man Arrested for Assault

On July 29, at 10:51 p.m. Deputy N. Jordan responded to an Assault Family Violence in the 12900 block of Walden Road. Upon Dep. Jordan's arrival he found out that the suspect had gotten into a fight with his live-in girlfriend and after assaulting her drug her by her hair to another condo and left her on the porch. He began banging on the door of the condo. The suspect then entered the condo without permission and assaulted the owner of the condo. There were five witnesses to the assaults. The suspect was arrested and placed in the Montgomery County Jail. He was charged with Assault Family Violence and Burglary of a habitation with intent to commit an Assault. The suspect's bond was set at $65,000.

Extra Charges Show Up After Trip to Bar

On July 31, at 1:56 p.m. Deputy W. Shotwell met with the complainant and he advised that he had been at a bar in the 14600 block of Hwy. 105 West. The complainant closed his tab out and gave the waitress his credit card to pay his bill. The bill came to $130. When the complainant checked his bank statement he found that someone had charged another $159 on it. The suspect also forged the complainant's name. This case will be forwarded to the Detective Division for follow up.

Pharmacy Employee Caught Trying to Leave with Drugs

On July 31, 6:32 p.m. Deputy W. Shotwell responded to a pharmacy on Hwy. 105 West. The complainant was the manager and told Dep. Shotwell that one of his employees was leaving work early due to illness. The pharmacy has a policy that states that any employee when leaving the store can have a bag/smock check performed. The manager said he found one bottle of drugs on the suspect. This case was referred to the SIU Unit for follow up investigation.

Woman Arrested for Military Dissertion

August 2, at 3:47 p.m. Deputy M. Jackson conducted a traffic stop in the 18700 block of Hwy. 105 West. The deputy ran a warrants check on the driver (suspect) and discovered that she had a felony warrant for her arrest for Military Desertion. The suspect was placed in the Montgomery County Jail with a no bond placed on her.

Rings Missing After Party

On July 29, at 2:35 p.m. Deputy C. Favorat responded to a Theft call in the 23400 block of Landrum Village Drive. The complainant said that she had several members of her family and some friends over for a party. She went to sleep on the couch at around 2 a.m. A few days later she discovered that two of her rings were missing. The total value of the stolen rings was $18,500. This case will be forwarded to the Detective Division for follow up.

Man Arrested After Traffic Stop

On August 2, at 12:30 a.m. Deputy H. Lowe and Cpl. T. Bybee made a traffic stop in the 26300 block of Old Hwy. 105 West. When the driver (suspect) of the vehicle got out of his car he started running away from the deputies. The deputies gave chase on foot. The suspect was crossing some rail road tracks and fell down causing both deputies to fall also. Both deputies were injured. The suspect was caught and placed under arrest. The suspect was filed on for Evading Arrest/Resisting Arrest and Failure to Identify. The suspects bond was set at $10,000.

Copper Wiring Theft

On August 3, at 8:45 p.m. Deputy C. Favorat responded to a Theft (of Copper) call in the 26700 block of Old Highway 105 West. Unknown suspect(s) cut a chain link fence and stole over $2,000 worth of copper wiring from the complainant's electrical sub-station. The cost to repair the fence was $400. There were no witnesses. This case will be forwarded to the Detective Division for follow up.

Stolen Welder Recovered

On August 6, 2:03 p.m. Deputy J. Enloe responded to a Theft call in the 300 block of Catpaw Trail. The complainant stated that unknown suspect(s) had stolen his Lincoln Electric Power Arc-4000 Welder from his home. Dep. Enloe located the stolen welder at a residence. The welder was recovered and returned to the complainant. This case will be forwarded to the Detective Division for follow up and then will be presented to the District attorney's office for a complaint and warrant to be issued.

Truck Stolen

On August 6, at 12:09 p.m. Deputy D. Wiesepape responded to a Theft (Vehicle) in the 200 block of East Blue Heron. The complainant said that his 2007 Dodge pick-up truck was stolen from his residence sometimes between August 4- August 6. The complainant also said that his home was burglarized previously but he did not report it. There was a set of keys stolen during the burglary. One of the complainant's neighbors has a digital recording system and it covers the front of his home also. This will be viewed by the Detectives. The vehicle was entered as stolen and will be forwarded to the Auto Theft Task force for follow up.

Man Arrested for Slapping Mother

On August 10, 4:04 p.m. Deputy M. Jackson responded to an Injury to the Elderly (Family Violence) call in the 15400 block of Hwy. 105 West. The female complainant, 90, said she and her son (suspect) went to a gas station and when the suspect went inside she stayed in the vehicle. She accidently hit the automatic door locks on the vehicle. The suspect returned and started yelling at her because she could not figure out how to unlock the doors to the vehicle. The complainant finally got the doors unlocked and the suspect slapped her in the face two times. There were witness to the incident. The suspect was arrested and placed in the Montgomery County Jail. His bond was set at $3,000.

Auto Burglary

On August 7, 9:11 a.m. Deputy R. Garlock responded to a Burglary of a Building, Burglary of a Vehicle and Theft of a Firearm call in the 2000 block of Old River Road. The complainant said that he parked his vehicle in a storage building on his property the night before. The building and the vehicle were left unlocked. Unknown suspect(s) entered the building and entered the vehicle and stole two pistols, cash, cell phone, an Ipod and some personal items. The total amount of property lost was $4,420. This case will be forwarded to the Detective Division for follow up.