January 31, 2022 - Josh Tipton, Constable Precinct 5, has issued a statement regarding two incidents which have occurred recently involving his office and allegations about his office covering up for a family member. His statement is as follows:

"I want the people to know starting off, concerning the stolen backhoe found on my family's property, it was indeed stolen. My family member bought the backhoe, which unbeknownst to him, was stolen. Purchased it and received a bill of sale, I've got the bill of sale.