During the week from Monday, September 30, 2024, to Sunday, October 6 , 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.
Abraham Ouattara
Suspect Description: Black Male, 5’10”, 185 lbs
Address: Richmond, TX 77406
Arresting Agency: Sealy Police Department (SPD)
Date of Arrest: 09/30/2024
Charges:
1. Theft from Person
2. Failure to Appear – Criminal Mischief $100 – $750
3. Fail to Identify Giving False/Fictitious Information
Explanation of Charges:
1. Theft from Person: This charge refers to the act of taking property directly from another person without their consent, typically involving some form of physical confrontation or force. The value of the property does not necessarily determine the charge; it’s the act of directly taking something from a person that makes it theft from a person.
2. Failure to Appear – Criminal Mischief $100 – $750: This charge is issued when someone does not show up for a scheduled court appearance related to a previous charge. In this case, the original charge was criminal mischief, which involves intentionally damaging or destroying someone else’s property, where the damage is valued between $100 and $750.
3. Fail to Identify Giving False/Fictitious Information: This charge occurs when an individual provides false or fictitious personal details, such as a fake name or incorrect identification information, to law enforcement during an arrest or investigation.
Bond:
1. $25,000 Surety Bond for Theft from Person
2. $101 Surety Bond for Failure to Appear – Criminal Mischief $100 – $750
3. $101 Surety Bond for Fail to Identify Giving False/Fictitious Information
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. Warrant #FJ054114 issued by Brazoria County for Theft from Person
2. Warrant #2496890 issued by Harris County for Failure to Appear – Criminal Mischief $100 – $750
3. Warrant #2496891 issued by Harris County for Fail to Identify Giving False/Fictitious Information
Lukas Pierce Davis-Albritton
Suspect Description: White, Male, 6’00”, 130 lbs
Address: Wallis, TX 77485
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 09/30/2024
Charges: Credit Card or Debit Card Abuse
Explanation of Charges: Credit Card or Debit Card Abuse: This charge refers to the unlawful use of a credit or debit card that was not issued to the suspect, with the intent to fraudulently obtain goods, services, or money. This may include using a stolen or lost card, or using someone else’s card without permission.
Bond: $20,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 2024-9-27-A / 155th District
James Harrol Johnson
Suspect Description: Black, Male, 5’09”, 169 lbs
Address: New Ulm, TX 77474
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 09/30/2024
Charges: Criminal Trespass
Explanation of Charges: Criminal Trespass: This charge refers to unlawfully entering or remaining on someone else’s property without their permission, even after being warned not to enter or remain. It applies to both public and private properties.
Bond: Not Set
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 24CR-37798 – 1 / County Court at Law
Jason Calvin Woods
Suspect Description: White, Male, 5’10”, 155 lbs
Address: Sealy, TX 77474
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 10/01/2024
Charges:
1. Possession of Marijuana Less Than 2 Ounces
2. Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 Between 1 Gram and 4 Grams
Explanation of Charges:
1. Possession of Marijuana Less Than 2 Ounces: This charge refers to the illegal possession of a small amount (less than 2 ounces) of marijuana. It is considered a minor drug offense in many jurisdictions.
2. Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 Between 1 Gram and 4 Grams: This charge involves the illegal production, sale, or distribution of a controlled substance (such as cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamine) in amounts between 1 gram and 4 grams, classified under Penalty Group 1.
Bond:
1. $1,000 Surety Bond
2. $50,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 24-10-0002 / Austin County Court at Law
2. DC-2024-0027 / 155th District
Alicia Burns
Suspect Description: White, Female, 5’03”, 120 lbs
Address: Sealy, TX 77474
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 10/01/2024
Charges:
1. Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B Between 1 Gram and 4 Grams
2. Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2 Between 1 Gram and 4 Grams
3. Possession or Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia
Explanation of Charges:
1. Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B Between 1 Gram and 4 Grams: This charge refers to the illegal possession of a controlled substance (such as methamphetamine or cocaine) within Penalty Group 1/1-B in amounts between 1 gram and 4 grams.
2. Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2 Between 1 Gram and 4 Grams: This charge refers to the illegal possession of a substance categorized under Penalty Group 2 (which includes drugs like MDMA or THC concentrates) in amounts between 1 gram and 4 grams.
3. Possession or Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia: This charge involves the possession or intent to distribute items used for consuming, making, or selling illegal drugs, such as pipes, syringes, or other equipment.
Bond:
1. $20,000 Surety Bond
2. $20,000 Surety Bond
3. $1,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 24-10-0002 / 155th District
2. 24-10-0002 / 155th District
3. E000008829 / Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3
Hector Antonio Alvarez Alvarez
Suspect Description: White, Male, 5’08”, 190 lbs
Address: Sealy, TX 77474
Arresting Agency: Sealy Police Department (SPD)
Date of Arrest: 10/01/2024
Charges:
1. Indecent Assault
2. Tampering with Government Record with Intent to Defraud or Harm
Explanation of Charges:
1. Indecent Assault: This charge involves unwanted or inappropriate physical contact of a sexual nature without the victim’s consent, which may include groping or other indecent actions.
2. Tampering with Government Record with Intent to Defraud or Harm: This charge refers to the illegal act of altering, destroying, or falsifying a government document with the intention of deceiving, defrauding, or causing harm to others.
Bond:
1. $5,000 Surety Bond
2. $15,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 24003100 / Austin County Court at Law
2. 24003100 / 155th District
Marlon Vontrick Bedford
Suspect Description: Black, Male, 5’08”, 190 lbs
Address: Wallis, TX 77485
Arresting Agency: Generic (no specific agency listed)
Date of Arrest: 10/03/2024
Charges:
1. Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon
2. Theft Under $20
Explanation of Charges:
1. Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon: This charge refers to a convicted felon illegally possessing a firearm. Under federal and state law, felons are prohibited from owning or carrying firearms.
2. Theft Under $20: This charge involves the unlawful taking of property valued at less than $20. It is considered a minor theft offense.
Bond:
1. $30,000 Surety Bond
2. $1,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 030284 / 155th District
2. 030284 / Wallis Municipal Court
Joseph Trebor Edmonsond
Suspect Description: White, Male, 6’02”, 186 lbs
Address: Shepherd, TX 77371
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 10/03/2024
Charges:
1. Evading Arrest or Detention with a Vehicle or Watercraft with Previous Conviction or Serious Bodily Injury
2. Escape While Arrested or Confined (Felony)
3. Theft of Property Between $2,500 and $30,000
4. Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transport
Explanation of Charges:
1. Evading Arrest or Detention with a Vehicle or Watercraft with Previous Conviction or Serious Bodily Injury: This charge involves fleeing from law enforcement in a vehicle or watercraft after a previous conviction or when serious bodily injury results from the attempt to evade capture.
2. Escape While Arrested or Confined (Felony): This charge refers to a suspect’s unlawful attempt to flee custody or confinement while being arrested or already confined for a felony offense.
3. Theft of Property Between $2,500 and $30,000: This charge involves unlawfully taking property valued between $2,500 and $30,000 without the owner’s consent.
4. Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transport: This charge involves a suspect using force to prevent or hinder law enforcement officers from carrying out an arrest, search, or transportation.
Bond:
1. $75,000 Surety Bond
2. $75,000 Surety Bond
3. $50,000 Surety Bond
4. $25,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 2024-10-0014 / 155th District
2. 2024-10-0014 / 155th District
3. 2024-10-0014 / 155th District
4. 2024-10-0014 / Austin County Court at Law
Clifton Dwight Jones
Suspect Description: Black, Male, 6’02”, 185 lbs
Address: Brenham, TX 77833
Arresting Agency: Generic (no specific agency listed)
Date of Arrest: 10/04/2024
Charges: Probation Violation – Aggravated Assault Causing Serious Bodily Injury
Explanation of Charges: Probation Violation – Aggravated Assault Causing Serious Bodily Injury: This charge indicates that the suspect violated the terms of their probation, which was originally given as a sentence for a conviction of aggravated assault. Aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury refers to an attack that results in substantial harm to the victim, such as broken bones, disfigurement, or severe trauma.
Bond: No bond listed
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 2010R-0036 – 5 / 155th Judicial District Court
Eric Guillermo Alverez
Suspect Description: White, Male, 5’09”, 120 lbs
Address: Houston, TX 77530
Arresting Agency: Wallis Police Department (WPD)
Date of Arrest: 10/05/2024
Charges:
1. Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2 Between 4 Grams and 400 Grams
2. Possession of Marijuana Greater Than 4 Ounces but Less Than or Equal to 5 Pounds
3. Fleeing a Police Officer
Explanation of Charges:
1. Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2 Between 4 Grams and 400 Grams: This charge refers to the illegal possession of a controlled substance classified under Penalty Group 2 (such as MDMA or certain THC concentrates) in amounts between 4 grams and 400 grams.
2. Possession of Marijuana Greater Than 4 Ounces but Less Than or Equal to 5 Pounds: This charge refers to the illegal possession of marijuana in quantities greater than 4 ounces but less than or equal to 5 pounds.
3. Fleeing a Police Officer: This charge involves the act of intentionally fleeing from law enforcement in an attempt to avoid arrest, either on foot or by vehicle.
Bond:
1. $50,000 Surety Bond
2. $15,000 Surety Bond
3. $5,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 2024W-10-095 / 155th District
2. 2024W-10-095 / 155th District
3. 2024W-10-095 / 155th District
Michael Frank Ford
Suspect Description: White, Male, 5’08”, 143 lbs
Address: Magnolia, TX 77354
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 10/05/2024
Charges: Murder
Explanation of Charges: Murder: This charge refers to the unlawful killing of another person with intent or extreme recklessness. It can involve premeditation or happen during the course of committing another serious crime, depending on the circumstances.
Bond: $1,000,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: DC-2024-0028 / 155th Judicial District Court
William Laroche
Suspect Description: White, Male, 5’04”, 120 lbs
Address: Magnolia, TX 77354
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 10/05/2024
Charges: Murder
Explanation of Charges: Murder: This charge refers to the unlawful and intentional killing of another individual. The act is considered murder when carried out with intent, extreme recklessness, or during the commission of another serious crime.
Bond: $1,000,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: DC-2024-0029 / 155th Judicial District Court
Darris Rayshaun Johnson
Suspect Description: Black, Male, 5’11”, 150 lbs
Address: Wallis, TX 77485
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 10/06/2024
Charges:
1. Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear – Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B Less Than 1 Gram
2. Tampering with Government Record
3. Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B Between 1 Gram and 4 Grams
Explanation of Charges:
1. Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear – Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B Less Than 1 Gram: This charge occurs when a suspect fails to appear in court after being released on bail for the charge of possessing a controlled substance from Penalty Group 1/1-B (such as cocaine or heroin) in an amount less than 1 gram.
2. Tampering with Government Record: This charge refers to the illegal alteration, destruction, or falsification of a government record with intent to defraud or harm.
3. Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1-B Between 1 Gram and 4 Grams: This charge involves the illegal possession of a controlled substance (such as methamphetamine or heroin) from Penalty Group 1/1-B in amounts between 1 gram and 4 grams.
Bond:
1. $14,000 Surety Bond
2. $10,000 Surety Bond
3. $30,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 23DCR105708 / 268th District Court
2. 24-10-0026 / Austin County Court at Law
3. 24-10-0026 / 155th District Court
Robert Lee Williams
Suspect Description: Black, Male, 5’11”, 270 lbs
Address: Bellville, TX 77418
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 10/06/2024
Charges: Terroristic Threat Causing Fear of Imminent Serious Bodily Injury
Explanation of Charges: Terroristic Threat Causing Fear of Imminent Serious Bodily Injury: This charge refers to an individual making a threat to commit violence or cause serious bodily harm, which leads another person to reasonably fear that the threat will be carried out soon.
Bond: $10,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 063574 / Austin County Sheriff’s Office
Roberto Elias Andrade
Suspect Description: White, Male, 6’01”, 310 lbs
Address: Houston, TX 77007
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 10/06/2024
Charges:
1. Criminal Mischief Between $100 and $750
2. Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
3. Disorderly Conduct – Discharge/Display of a Firearm
Explanation of Charges:
1. Criminal Mischief Between $100 and $750: This charge refers to intentionally damaging or destroying someone else’s property where the damage is valued between $100 and $750.
2. Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon: This charge involves carrying a weapon, such as a firearm, without proper authorization or in violation of the law.
3. Disorderly Conduct – Discharge/Display of a Firearm: This charge refers to recklessly or intentionally firing or displaying a firearm in a public place in a manner that alarms or endangers others.
Bond:
1. $5,000 Surety Bond
2. $10,000 Surety Bond
3. $15,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 32515 / Austin County Court at Law
2. 32515 / Austin County Court at Law
3. 32516 / Austin County Court at Law
Asher Douglas James
Suspect Description: White, Male, 6’00”, 155 lbs
Address: New Ulm TX 78950
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 10/06/2024
Charges:
1. Criminal Mischief Between $100 and $750
2. Disorderly Conduct – Discharge/Display of a Firearm
3. Theft of Property Between $30,000 and $150,000
Explanation of Charges:
1. Criminal Mischief Between $100 and $750: This charge refers to intentionally damaging or destroying someone else’s property where the damage is valued between $100 and $750.
2. Disorderly Conduct – Discharge/Display of a Firearm: This charge involves recklessly or intentionally firing or displaying a firearm in a public place in a manner that alarms or endangers others.
3. Theft of Property Between $30,000 and $150,000: This charge refers to unlawfully taking property valued between $30,000 and $150,000 without the owner’s consent.
Bond:
1. $5,000 Surety Bond
2. $15,000 Surety Bond
3. $400,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 24-10-0030 / Austin County Court at Law
2. 32516 / Austin County Court at Law
3. DC-2024-0024 / 155th Judicial District Court
Ronald Eugene Brantner III
Suspect Description: White, Male, 6’00”, 160 lbs
Address: Houston, TX 77070
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 10/06/2024
Charges:
1. Criminal Mischief Between $100 and $750
2. Disorderly Conduct – Discharge/Display of a Firearm
Explanation of Charges:
1. Criminal Mischief Between $100 and $750: This charge refers to intentionally damaging or destroying someone else’s property where the damage is valued between $100 and $750.
2. Disorderly Conduct – Discharge/Display of a Firearm: This charge involves recklessly or intentionally firing or displaying a firearm in a public place in a manner that alarms or endangers others.
Bond:
1. $5,000 Surety Bond
2. $15,000 Surety Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
1. 32515 / Austin County Court at Law
2. 32516 / Austin County Court at Law
