During the week from Monday, September 23, 2024, to Sunday, September 29 , 2024, the Austin County Jail saw a number of individuals being booked following their arrests. This report aims to provide an overview of the incidents that occurred within Austin County during this time period. It will include information about the individuals’ names, physical descriptions, arresting agencies, dates of arrest, charges brought against them, explanations of those charges, and details about their bond amounts. It’s important to remember that all individuals mentioned in this report are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. By examining this report, we can gain insight into the nature of the arrests and the types of charges faced by individuals in Austin County during this specified week.
Cameron Coble
Suspect Description: Black Male, 5’10”, 212 lbs
Address: Sugarland, TX 77498
Arresting Agency: Sealy Police Department (SPD)
Date of Arrest: 09/23/2024
Charges:
1. Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
2. Possession of Marijuana, less than 2 ounces
Explanation Of Charges:
1. Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon: This charge refers to the act of carrying a weapon, such as a firearm, in a manner that is not permitted by law. For example, the individual may not have the proper license to carry the weapon, or they could have been carrying it in a prohibited area.
2. Possession of Marijuana, less than 2 ounces: This charge is for having marijuana in their possession, with the total weight being less than 2 ounces. While this is a small amount, it is still illegal to possess in Texas, and the individual was arrested for having it on their person.
Bond:
1. $5,000 Surety Bond for Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
2. $1,000 Surety Bond for Possession of Marijuana, less than 2 ounces
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 24002996/ACCL for Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
2. 24002996/ACCL for Possession of Marijuana, less than 2 ounces
Amory Cantrell Anderson
Suspect Description: Black Male, 6’2″, 168 lbs
Address: Katy, TX 77449
Arresting Agency: Sealy Police Department (SPD)
Date of Arrest: 09/23/2024
Charges:
1. Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
2. Possession of Marijuana, less than 2 ounces
Explanation Of Charges:
1. Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon: This charge indicates that the suspect was carrying a weapon, such as a firearm, in a way that violates Texas law. This could mean they did not have a proper license or were in a place where carrying a weapon is not allowed.
2. Possession of Marijuana, less than 2 ounces: This charge is for having marijuana in the suspect’s possession, where the amount is less than 2 ounces. Even though this is a small amount, it is still illegal under Texas law.
Bond:
1. $5,000 Surety Bond for Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
2. $1,000 Surety Bond for Possession of Marijuana, less than 2 ounces
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 24002996/ACCL for Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
2. 24002996/ACCL for Possession of Marijuana, less than 2 ounces
Kristen Hatch
Suspect Description: White Female, 5’8″, 130 lbs
Address: Rock Island, TX 77470
Arresting Agency: Generic (likely due to transfer between counties)
Date of Arrest: 09/23/2024
Charges:
Failure to Appear/Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams
Failure to Appear/Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, less than 1 gram
Explanation Of Charges:
Failure to Appear/Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams: This charge is a combination of two offenses. The suspect is accused of failing to appear in court for a previous charge. The original charge involves the possession of a controlled substance, specifically a drug in Penalty Group 1 or 1-B (such as cocaine, methamphetamine, or heroin), with an amount between 1 and 4 grams.
Failure to Appear/Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, less than 1 gram: This charge is also a failure to appear for a court hearing related to a prior charge. The initial charge was for possession of a controlled substance in Penalty Group 1/1-B, with an amount under 1 gram, which is a smaller amount but still considered illegal.
Bond:
$25,000 Cash Bond for Failure to Appear/Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams
$15,000 Surety Bond for Failure to Appear/Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, less than 1 gram
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
24-091/Colorado County for Failure to Appear/Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams
24771/Wharton County for Failure to Appear/Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, less than 1 gram
Francisco Rodriguez Flores
Suspect Description: Other Male, 5’3″, 130 lbs
Address: Sealy, TX 77474
Arresting Agency: Generic (likely due to transfer between jurisdictions)
Date of Arrest: 09/23/2024
Charges: Collision Involving Injury
Explanation Of Charges: Collision Involving Injury: This charge indicates that the suspect was involved in a vehicle collision where someone was injured. It may involve negligence or failure to stop and render aid following the collision, though the specific circumstances will depend on the incident.
Bond: $1,000 Surety Bond for Collision Involving Injury
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 2024-9-23-A/Sealy Municipal Court for Collision Involving Injury
Sherri Lynn Bustos
Suspect Description: White Female, 4’11”, 146 lbs
Address: Sealy, TX 77474
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 09/24/2024
Charges: Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams, in a Drug-Free Zone
Explanation Of Charges: Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams, in a Drug-Free Zone: This charge involves the illegal possession of a controlled substance, such as cocaine, methamphetamine, or heroin, in an amount between 4 and 200 grams. Additionally, the offense occurred in a Drug-Free Zone (DFZ), which includes areas like schools or playgrounds. This increases the severity of the offense and potential penalties.
Bond: $100,000 Surety Bond for Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams, in a Drug-Free Zone
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 24-09-0100/155th District for Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams, in a Drug-Free Zone
Jeremy Craig Skaggs
Suspect Description: White Male, 6’2″, 263 lbs
Address: Sealy, TX 77474
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 09/24/2024
Charges:
1. Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams, in a Drug-Free Zone
2. Prohibited Substance/Item in a Correctional or Civil Commitment Facility
3. Manufacture or Delivery of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams
4. Manufacture or Delivery of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams
Explanation Of Charges:
1. Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams, in a Drug-Free Zone: The suspect is charged with illegal possession of a controlled substance, such as cocaine, methamphetamine, or heroin, in an amount between 4 and 200 grams. This offense occurred in a Drug-Free Zone, such as near schools or parks, which enhances the severity of the charge.
2. Prohibited Substance/Item in a Correctional or Civil Commitment Facility: This charge involves the illegal possession or attempt to introduce a prohibited substance (e.g., drugs or contraband) into a correctional facility or civil commitment center.
3. Manufacture or Delivery of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams: This charge involves the act of manufacturing or delivering a controlled substance, specifically in Penalty Group 1-B (e.g., synthetic drugs), where the amount is between 1 and 4 grams.
4. Manufacture or Delivery of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams: This is a second charge for the manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance in the same Penalty Group 1-B, with an amount between 1 and 4 grams.
Bond:
1. $100,000 Surety Bond for Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams, in a Drug-Free Zone
2. $50,000 Surety Bond for Prohibited Substance/Item in a Correctional or Civil Commitment Facility
3. $75,000 Surety Bond for Manufacture or Delivery of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams (Case DC-2024-0025)
4. $75,000 Surety Bond for Manufacture or Delivery of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams (Case DC-2024-0026)
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 24-09-0100/155th District for Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams, in a Drug-Free Zone
2. 24-09-0099/155th District for Prohibited Substance/Item in a Correctional or Civil Commitment Facility
3. DC-2024-0025/155th Judicial District Court for Manufacture or Delivery of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams
4. DC-2024-0026/155th Judicial District Court for Manufacture or Delivery of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams
Erica Urbina
Suspect Description: White Female, 5’2″, 210 lbs
Address: Bellville, TX 7418
Arresting Agency: Generic (likely due to transfer between jurisdictions)
Date of Arrest: 09/25/2024
Charges: Assault Causing Bodily Injury – Family Violence
Explanation Of Charges: Assault Causing Bodily Injury – Family Violence: This charge indicates that the suspect is accused of committing an assault that resulted in bodily injury to a family member or someone in a close domestic relationship. The charge falls under family violence laws, which can result in enhanced penalties due to the nature of the relationship between the suspect and the victim.
Bond: $5,000 Surety Bond for Assault Causing Bodily Injury – Family Violence
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 063571/ACCL for Assault Causing Bodily Injury – Family Violence
Gustavo Lara-Montes
Suspect Description: White Male, 5’10”, 190 lbs
Address: Wallis, TX 77485
Arresting Agency: Wallis Police Department (WPD)
Date of Arrest: 09/26/2024
Charges: Assault Causing Bodily Injury – Family Violence
Explanation Of Charges: Assault Causing Bodily Injury – Family Violence: This charge means the suspect is accused of physically assaulting a family member or someone in a close domestic relationship, resulting in bodily injury. Family violence charges are considered serious offenses with potentially enhanced penalties due to the nature of the relationship between the victim and the accused.
Bond: $5,000 Surety Bond for Assault Causing Bodily Injury – Family Violence
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 030633/ACCL for Assault Causing Bodily Injury – Family Violence
Curtis Earl Mosley, Jr.
Suspect Description: Black Male, 5’8″, 220 lbs
Address: Sealy, TX 77474
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 09/26/2024
Charges: Murder
Explanation Of Charges: Murder: This charge indicates the suspect is accused of intentionally or knowingly causing the death of another person. Murder is a serious felony offense, and the severity of the charge can vary based on the circumstances, such as whether it was premeditated or occurred during the commission of another crime.
Bond: $1,000,000 Surety Bond for Murder
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: DC-2024-0030/155th District for Murder
Ashley Danielle Slater
Suspect Description: White Female, 5’3″, 138 lbs
Address: Bellville, TX 77418
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 09/26/2024
Charges: Theft of Property Valued at $2,500 or More but Less than $30,000
Explanation Of Charges: Theft of Property Valued at $2,500 or More but Less than $30,000: This charge indicates that the suspect is accused of unlawfully taking property with a value between $2,500 and $30,000. Theft in this value range is considered a felony in Texas, with varying degrees of penalties depending on the specifics of the crime.
Bond: $30,000 Surety Bond for Theft of Property Valued at $2,500 or More but Less than $30,000
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 2024R-0157/155th District Court for Theft of Property Valued at $2,500 or More but Less than $30,000
Julio Cesar Hernandez Escobar
Suspect Description: White Male, 5’8″, 180 lbs
Address: Houston, TX 77026
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 09/26/2024
Charges:
1. Cruelty to Livestock Animal – Neglect/Overwork (Charge 1)
2. Cruelty to Livestock Animal – Neglect/Overwork (Charge 2)
3. Cruelty to Livestock Animal – Neglect/Overwork (Charge 3)
Explanation Of Charges:
1. Cruelty to Livestock Animal – Neglect/Overwork: This charge indicates the suspect is accused of failing to provide necessary care or overworking livestock animals, leading to their suffering or harm. Neglect could involve not providing adequate food, water, shelter, or medical care, while overworking could mean using the animals inappropriately for their capacity, causing distress or injury.
2. Cruelty to Livestock Animal – Neglect/Overwork: Same explanation as above.
3. Cruelty to Livestock Animal – Neglect/Overwork: Same explanation as above.
Bond:
1. $100 Cash Bond for Cruelty to Livestock Animal – Neglect/Overwork (Charge 1)
2. $100 Cash Bond for Cruelty to Livestock Animal – Neglect/Overwork (Charge 2)
3. $100 Cash Bond for Cruelty to Livestock Animal – Neglect/Overwork (Charge 3)
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 2459177/Harris for Cruelty to Livestock Animal – Neglect/Overwork
2. 2459181/Harris for Cruelty to Livestock Animal – Neglect/Overwork
3. 2459183/Harris for Cruelty to Livestock Animal – Neglect/Overwork
Amancio Ray Chapa
Suspect Description: White Male, 5’8″, 300 lbs
Address: Sealy, TX 77474
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 09/27/2024
Charges: Injury to a Child, Elderly, or Disabled Individual – Criminal Negligence
Explanation Of Charges: Injury to a Child, Elderly, or Disabled Individual – Criminal Negligence: This charge means the suspect is accused of causing bodily injury to a child, elderly person, or disabled individual due to criminal negligence. This could involve a failure to act responsibly, resulting in harm to someone who is especially vulnerable, such as a minor, an older adult, or someone with a disability. Criminal negligence refers to behavior where the individual failed to perceive or prevent the risk of harm.
Bond: $25,000 Surety Bond for Injury to a Child, Elderly, or Disabled Individual – Criminal Negligence
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 2024-9-20-A/155th District for Injury to a Child, Elderly, or Disabled Individual – Criminal Negligence
Damarkis Johnson
Suspect Description: Black Male, 5’6″, 200 lbs
Address: San Felipe, TX 77473
Arresting Agency: Sealy Police Department (SFPD)
Date of Arrest: 09/27/2024
Charges: Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Explanation Of Charges: Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon: This charge means the suspect is accused of committing an assault that caused serious bodily injury to another person while using a deadly weapon. A deadly weapon could be any object used in a way that could cause death or serious harm, such as a firearm, knife, or vehicle. This is a serious felony charge, often resulting in significant legal consequences if convicted.
Bond: $75,000 Surety Bond for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 012388/155th District for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Joseph Todd Naquin
Suspect Description: White Male, 5’11”, 185 lbs
Address: Bellville, TX 7418
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 09/27/2024
Charges:
1. Expired Registration
2. Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility on a Commercial Vehicle
3. Failure to Appear (Charge 1)
4. No Driver’s License (When Unlicensed)
5. Failure to Appear (Charge 2)
6. Expired Registration (Second Charge)
7. Failure to Appear (Charge 3)
8. Public Intoxication
Explanation Of Charges:
1. Expired Registration: The suspect is accused of driving a vehicle with a registration that has expired, meaning the vehicle was not properly registered with the state at the time of the stop.
2. Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility on a Commercial Vehicle: The suspect was operating a commercial vehicle without the required insurance or proof of financial responsibility.
3. Failure to Appear (Charge 1): The suspect did not appear in court as required for a previous charge, leading to this additional charge.
4. No Driver’s License (When Unlicensed): This charge means the suspect was driving without ever having obtained a valid driver’s license.
5. Failure to Appear (Charge 2): A second instance where the suspect failed to appear in court as required for another previous charge.
6. Expired Registration (Second Charge): A repeat charge for having an expired vehicle registration.
7. Failure to Appear (Charge 3): A third failure to appear in court related to another charge.
8. Public Intoxication: The suspect is accused of being in a public place while intoxicated to the degree that they posed a danger to themselves or others.
Bond:
1. $520.00 Surety Bond for Expired Registration (Charge 1)
2. $474.50 Surety Bond for Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility on a Commercial Vehicle
3. $860.60 Surety Bond for Failure to Appear (Charge 1)
4. $689.00 Surety Bond for No Driver’s License (When Unlicensed)
5. $860.60 Surety Bond for Failure to Appear (Charge 2)
6. $520.00 Surety Bond for Expired Registration (Second Charge)
7. $860.60 Surety Bond for Failure to Appear (Charge 3)
8. $1,000.00 Surety Bond for Public Intoxication
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. E000026201/BMC for Expired Registration
2. E000026202/BMC for Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility on a Commercial Vehicle
3. E0000262F1/BMC for Failure to Appear (Charge 1)
4. E000035501/BMC for No Driver’s License (When Unlicensed)
5. E0000355F1/BMC for Failure to Appear (Charge 2)
6. E000134001/BMC for Expired Registration (Second Charge)
7. E0001340F/BMC for Failure to Appear (Charge 3)
8. 32653/JP2 for Public Intoxication
Nicolas Antonio Caruso
Suspect Description: White Male, 5’10”, 180 lbs
Address: Katy, TX 77449
Arresting Agency: Bellville Police Department (BPD)
Date of Arrest: 09/28/2024
Charges:
1. Tampering/Fabricating Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair
2. Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, less than 1 gram
3. Possession or Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia
Explanation Of Charges:
1. Tampering/Fabricating Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair: This charge indicates that the suspect is accused of altering, destroying, or hiding physical evidence with the intent to affect a legal investigation or trial.
2. Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, less than 1 gram: This charge involves the illegal possession of a controlled substance, such as cocaine, methamphetamine, or heroin, with a total weight of less than 1 gram.
3. Possession or Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia: This charge refers to either possessing items used to consume, produce, or distribute illegal drugs or being involved in the delivery of such items.
Bond:
1. $30,000 Surety Bond for Tampering/Fabricating Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair
2. $20,000 Surety Bond for Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, less than 1 gram
3. $1,000 Surety Bond for Possession or Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 063675/155th District for Tampering/Fabricating Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair
2. 063675/155th District for Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B, less than 1 gram
3. 063572/BMC for Possession or Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia
Monique Marie Burns
Suspect Description: Black Female, 5’1″, 290 lbs
Address: Dime Box, TX 77853
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 09/28/2024
Charges: Failure to Appear/Theft of Property Valued at $2,500 or More but Less than $30,000
Explanation Of Charges: Failure to Appear/Theft of Property Valued at $2,500 or More but Less than $30,000: This charge indicates that the suspect failed to appear in court for a previous charge involving the theft of property valued between $2,500 and $30,000. Theft of this magnitude is a felony in Texas, and failure to appear in court for such a charge adds to the legal consequences.
Bond: No Bond for Failure to Appear/Theft of Property Valued at $2,500 or More but Less than $30,000
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 2023R-149-2/Fayette County for Failure to Appear/Theft of Property Valued at $2,500 or More but Less than $30,000
Manuel Cortez, III
Suspect Description: White Male, 6’0″, 190 lbs
Address: Sealy, TX 77474
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 09/29/2024
Charges: Driving with License Invalid with Previous Conviction/Suspension without Financial Responsibility
Explanation Of Charges: Driving with License Invalid with Previous Conviction/Suspension without Financial Responsibility: This charge indicates that the suspect was driving while their license was invalid or suspended due to a previous conviction, and they also lacked proof of financial responsibility (such as car insurance). This is a serious offense, especially if the individual has prior convictions.
Bond: $1,000 Surety Bond for Driving with License Invalid with Previous Conviction/Suspension without Financial Responsibility
Warrant #/Issuing Authority24-09-0115/ACCL for Driving with License Invalid with Previous Conviction/Suspension without Financial Responsibility
