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May 29, 2022 - George Bowers Drive in Tenaha was the scene of a two-vehicle crash May 26, 2022.
Emergency personnel with several agencies responded to the scene of the crash incident to provide assistance.
According to Tenaha Police Department officer Chris Benton, at around 9pm a maroon 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix driven by Annotoria Daniels, 27, of Tennessee was traveling west on George Bowers Drive.
At that time a black 2012 Chevrolet Impala driven by Ernesto Hernandez, 21, of Tenaha failed to yield right of way when exiting a private driveway into George Bowers Drive causing the Pontiac to strike the driver’s side, causing damage to both vehicles.
No injuries were reported as a result of the crash.
Tenaha Police Department officers were assisted at the scene by Texas Department of Public Safety and Shelby County Sheriff’s Department.
May 27, 2022 - Shelby County Jail Administrator Don Moore recognizes one of Shelby County’s finest – Correctional Officer Jimmy Young.
On May 21, one of the inmates housed in the Shelby County Jail went into anaphylaxis shock. Officer Young noticed the signs of this allergic reaction and went to the aid of this inmate. Officer Young did multiple sternum rubs to stimulate the inmates breathing. He continued this procedure until EMS arrived and administered a shot to the inmate. The inmate was then transported to the ER, where he made a full recovery. Officer Young’s quick thinking and training saved the life of this inmate.
Shelby County, we should be proud of the officers that serve and protect our community. Thank you, Officer Young.
Submitted by Leah Chase
May 26, 2022 - As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on May 24, 2022, by a gunman at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, a Presidential Proclamation has been issued that all flags should be flown at half staff until sunset, May 28, 2022.
Read the full proclamation here:
https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2022/05/24/a-proclamation-honoring-the-victims-of-the-tragedy-in-uvalde-texas/
May 25, 2022 - Friday, May 20th, 2022, marked the 10-year anniversary of the murder of Ashton Deon Randle. It was on a Sunday, May 20, 2012 at approximately 6:40 P.M, in which Deputies with the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a wooded area off of Forest Service Road 197 in Shelbyville, Texas, just south of Strong Cemetery on FM 139. A body was discovered by two individuals who were out riding on a 4-wheeler. The body was identified as Ashton Deon Randle, 24 years of age. An autopsy determined that Ashton Randle had been fatally shot.
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office initiated a homicide investigation, and the investigation has continued since with various leads and collection of additional evidence.
The pursuit of justice continues.
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Division is committed to the pursuit of justice, not just for the victims, but also for the victim’s family who are left behind. Despite the passing of 10 years, Ashton’s untimely death has not been forgotten, nor will his family and friends who are left behind looking for answers and much needed closure. There is no statute of limitations for homicide in the State of Texas.
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is asking for any information that will lead to further evidence in this case and/or further information that will assist in securing a conviction for the suspect(s) involved, so justice can be served and bring the much-needed closure for the victim’s families.
You are encouraged to contact SCSO Cold Case Lieutenant Investigator DJ Dickerson at (936) 572-0255 or you can submit a tip anonymously on our website by clicking or going to the following link: https://www.scsotx.org/murder-of-ashton-deon-randle/. Any information will be greatly appreciated, not only by the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, but especially to the victim’s family.
May 24, 2022 - Emergency personnel responded to a single-vehicle crash west of Tenaha on U.S. Highway 59 on Friday, May 20, 2022, near CR 4648.
According to Texas Department of Public Safety State Trooper David Shields, at around 5:30pm a silver 2011 Nissan Versa driven by Roger Gonzalez, 20, was northbound on U.S. Highway 59 when the driver reported having fallen asleep. The Nissan traveled off the roadway to the right, struck a culvert and rolled from the right side onto its top.
No injuries were reported as a result of the crash and no citations were issued at the time of the incident pending outcome of the crash investigation.
Taylor Fanguy, Constable Precinct 4, and Tenaha Police Department, assisted at the scene with traffic control until the scene was clear.
May 24, 2022 - State Loop 500 at CR 2010 was the scene of a single-vehicle crash involving a utility pole on Friday, May 20, 2022, just before 3pm.
Emergency medical services personnel arrived on scene and assisted the driver up a hill to an ambulance.
A grey 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 driven by Gwendolyn "James" Dodd, 53, of Center was westbound on SL 500 when, due to a medical emergency, the vehicle left the roadway to the left and struck a utility pole head-on.
Dodd was transported by ambulance to Nacogdoches Medical Center - Shelby Emergency Department for medical evaluation. No citations were issued at the time of the crash.
The Chevrolet was towed from the scene and the utility company was notified about the pole which was broken during the incident.
Investigating the crash was Center Police Officer Spencer Anderson, assisted by Sgt. Andrew Williams.
May 24, 2022 - (Photos courtesy Timpson VFD) - Fire Departments were dispatched to the home of Antonio Acosta and Whitney Acosta on Sunday, May 22, 2022, at 1:50am in the 8000 block of State Highway 87 North. When Timpson Volunteer Fire Department personnel arrived, the structure was fully involved.
Timpson VFD Chief Acosta reports, firefighters set up a defensive attack to keep the fire from spreading, while Center Fire Department and Tenaha Volunteer Fire Department responded and provided mutual aid.
Everyone safely evacuated the home with no injury to residents or firefighters. Units returned to the station around 4am.
Chief Acosta, who is also the owner of the home offered, "a big thank you to everyone who responded that night, also for all of the outpouring support of prayers, donations, love, and calls. We appreciate all of them more than we could ever express!"
Monetary donations to assist the Antonio and Whitney Acosta are being accepted at Sabine State Bank in Center.
Donations are also being accepted through a GoFundMe account by clicking the following link:
Acosta Family House Fire Fundraiser
May 20, 2022 (Sample Ballots) - General Primary Run Off Elections for both the Democrat and the Republican Parties to nominate candidates for the November Election start with early voting each weekday at the Center Community House, 423 San Augustine Street, Center, Texas 75935 between the hours of 8am and 5pm beginning on May 16, 2022 and ending May 20, 2022.
During Run Off Election Day, May 24, 2022, polls will be open from 7am to 7pm.
Election Day Polling Places (Same locations for Democrat and Republican Ballots):
- 1N, 1S, 1SE, 1SW, 1W, 2, 3 (Center, Excelsior, Sardis) - Center Community House, 423 San Augustine Street, Center, Texas 75935
- 5 (Joaquin) - First United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall, 175 Faulkville Road, Joaquin, Texas 75954
- 4, 6, 7 (Huxley, Dreka, Shelbyville) - First Baptist Church – Shelbyville, Fellowship Hall, 5030 SH 87 South, Shelbyville, Texas 75973
- 8 (Tenaha) - First United Methodist Church, Schiede Hall, 256 N. George Bowers Drive, Tenaha, Texas 75954
- 9N, 9S (Timpson) - American State Bank Annex, 830 N 1st Street W, Timpson, TX 75975
Application for ballot by mail shall be mailed to: Jennifer L. Fountain, Early Voting Clerk, P.O. Box 1987, Center, Texas 75935. Application for ballots by mail must be received no later than the close of business on May 13, 2022.
On the Democrat Ballot races yet to be decided for the November General Election are:
- United States Representative, District 1 - Victor D. Dunn or Jrmar (JJ) Jefferson
- Lieutenant Governor - Mike Collier or Michelle Beckley
- Attorney General - Rochelle Mercedes Garza or Joe Jaworski
- Comptroller of Public Accounts - Angel Luis Vega or Janet T. Dudding
- Commissioner of the General Land Office - Sandragrace Martinez or Jay Kleberg
On the Republican Ballot races yet to be decided for the November General Election are:
- Attorney General - Ken Paxton or George P. Bush
- Commissioner of the General Land Office - Tim Westley or Dawn Buckingham
- Railroad Commissioner - Wayne Christian or Sarah Stogner
To view the official election notices (in English and Spanish) submitted by County Clerk Jennifer Fountain, click each party here - Democrat Party, Republican Party.
Joaquin VFD at Joaquin Elementary School to teach Fire Safety Education
May 23, 2022 - Over the week of May 16th through 22nd the Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department was only dispatched to two calls. In addition to those calls the department also participated in the education of fire safety at Joaquin Elementary School.
On Tuesday, May 17th the Joaquin Elementary School held a Summer Safety Program and the JVFD was invited to demonstrate what firefighters do. The demonstration included showing some of the fire trucks and the purpose of the tools on them, how to put on bunker gear and air packs, and what to do in the case of a fire among other things. The Joaquin VFD appreciates the chance to enlighten young minds to the world of firefighting.
Thursday, May 19th was the first call of the week which was dispatched as a fire on FM 2787. This turned out to be a control burn on a brush pile.
Friday, May 20th saw the last call of the week for someone having a seizure at the Brookshire Brothers on the Haslam strip. Members of the JVFD EMR team arrived to secure the patient until Allegiance EMS arrived to check them out.
That’s the extent of the JVFD’s activities for this report, so until next time we hope everyone has a great week.
May 21, 2022 - The National Weather Service has extended Severe Thunderstorm Watch 258 to include the following areas until 1 am CDT Sunday
In Arkansas this watch includes 2 counties
In southwest Arkansas:
Columbia, Lafayette
In Louisiana this watch includes 2 parishes
In northwest Louisiana:
Bossier, Caddo
In Texas this watch includes 11 counties
In northeast Texas:
Angelina, Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Marion, Nacogdoches, Panola, Rusk, Sabine, San Augustine, Shelby
This includes the cities of Bossier City, Bradley, Carthage, Center, Hemphill, Henderson, Jacksonville, Jefferson, Lewisville, Longview, Lufkin, Magnolia, Marshall, Nacogdoches, Pineland, Rusk, San Augustine, Shreveport, and Stamps.
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