During the week from Monday, June 24, 2024, to Sunday, June 30, 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.
Name: Brandon Reed
Suspect Description: White, Male, 5’11”, 140 lbs
Arresting Agency: Bellville Police Department (BPD)
Date of Arrest: July 15, 2024
Charges:
- Failure to Appear in Court – Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence
- Displaying a Fictitious License Plate
Explanation Of Charges:
- The individual did not show up for a court date regarding a previous assault case involving family violence. This charge indicates he failed to meet his legal obligations related to the case.
- The individual was found using a fake license plate on his vehicle, which is illegal and considered a fraudulent activity.
Bond:
- $6,000.00 – Surety Bond for Failure to Appear in Court
- $1,000.00 – Surety Bond for Displaying a Fictitious License Plate
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
- CR23038/Madison County for Failure to Appear in Court
- 063524/ACCL for Displaying a Fictitious License Plate
Name: Gordon Scott Gunnells
Suspect Description: White, Male, 6’00”, 190 lbs
Address: Sealy, TX 7747
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: July 16, 2024
Charges:
- Interference with Public Duties
- Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transport
- Failure to Appear – Interference with Public Duties
- Failure to Appear – Criminal Trespass
Explanation Of Charges:
- The individual obstructed or hindered a public official performing their duties. This charge typically involves actions that interfere with law enforcement or other public services.
- The individual actively resisted arrest or hindered law enforcement during a search or while being transported.
- The individual missed a court appearance related to his earlier charge of interfering with public duties.
- The individual also failed to appear for a court date regarding a criminal trespass charge.
Bond:
- $10,000.00 – Surety Bond for Interference with Public Duties
- $10,000.00 – Surety Bond for Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transport
- $25,000.00 – Surety Bond for Failure to Appear – Interference with Public Duties
- $25,000.00 – Surety Bond for Failure to Appear – Criminal Trespass
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
- 24-07-0054/ACCL for Interference with Public Duties and Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transport
- 24CR-37784 – 1/County Court at Law for Failure to Appear – Interference with Public Duties
- 24CR-37783 – 1/County Court at Law for Failure to Appear – Criminal Trespass
Name: Brent Wayne Bolf
Suspect Description: White, Male, 5’07”, 165 lbs
Address: Wallis, TX 77485
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: July 16, 2024
Charges:
- Assault on a Peace Officer or Judge
- Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transport
- Driving While Intoxicated with a Blood Alcohol Concentration of 0.15 or Greater
Explanation Of Charges:
- Assault on a Peace Officer or Judge: Brent Wayne Bolf is accused of attacking or physically harming a law enforcement officer or a judge.
- Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transport: Bolf resisted being arrested, searched, or transported by law enforcement.
- Driving While Intoxicated with a Blood Alcohol Concentration of 0.15 or Greater: Bolf was driving with a BAC of 0.15 or higher, which is significantly above the legal limit and indicates severe intoxication.
Bond:
- No Bond for Assault on a Peace Officer or Judge
- $5,000.00 – Personal Recognizance Bond for Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transport
- $5,000.00 – Personal Recognizance Bond for Driving While Intoxicated
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
- 23004063/155th District for Assault on a Peace Officer or Judge
- 23004063/ACCL for Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transport and Driving While Intoxicated
Name: Nancy Gabrielle Hamilton
Suspect Description: White Female, 5’04”, 134 lbs
Address: Brenham, TX77834
Arresting Agency: Generic
Date of Arrest: July 16, 2024
Charges: Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 between 1 Gram and 4 Grams
Explanation Of Charges: The individual was found with a controlled substance classified under Penalty Group 1, in an amount between 1 and 4 grams. This charge is related to illegal drug possession.
Bond: No Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 2021R-0054 – 1/155th Judicial District Court
Name: Luis Fernando Hernandez
Suspect Description: White, Male, 5’08”, 135 lbs
Address: Bellville, TX 77418
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: July 17, 2024
Charges:
- Driving Without a Driver’s License (When Unlicensed)
- Violate Promise to Appear (Uniform Act)
Explanation Of Charges:
- The individual was driving without a valid driver’s license, which is illegal.
- The individual failed to fulfill a promise to appear in court as required by law.
Bond:
- $750.00 – Surety Bond for Driving Without a Driver’s License
- $750.00 – Surety Bond for Violate Promise to Appear
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
- 16-34953J1 – 1/JP1 for Driving Without a Driver’s License
- 16-34953J1A – 1/JP1 for Violate Promise to Appear
Name: Erick Wayne Johnson
Suspect Description: Black Male, 5’07”, 160 lbs
Address: Simonton, TX 77485
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: July 18, 2024
Charges:
- Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 between 4 Grams and 200 Grams
- Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
Explanation Of Charges:
- The individual was found with a significant amount of a controlled substance classified under Penalty Group 1, ranging from 4 grams to 200 grams.
- The individual was found carrying a weapon in a manner or location not permitted by law.
Bond:
- $75,000.00 – Surety Bond for Possession of Controlled Substance
- $15,000.00 – Surety Bond for Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
Warrant #/Issuing Authority:
- 24-07-0063/155th District for Possession of Controlled Substance
- 24-07-0063/ACCL for Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
Name: Jazavion Dunte Dewayne McFarland
Suspect Description: Black Male, 5’09”, 186 lbs
Address: Bellville, TX 77418
Arresting Agency: Bellville Police Department (BPD)
Date of Arrest: July 18, 2024
Charges: Theft of Property Between $100 and $750
Explanation Of Charges: The individual is charged with stealing property valued between $100 and $750.
Bond: No Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 24CR-37698 – 1/County Court at Law
Name: Keaundre Trevon Stokes
Suspect Description: Black Male, 5’10”, 150 lbs
Address: Bellville, TX 77418
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: July 18, 2024
Charges: Failure to Appear – Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 between 1 Gram and 4 Grams
Explanation Of Charges: The individual missed a court date related to a previous charge of possessing a controlled substance in an amount between 1 and 4 grams.
Bond: No Bond
Warrant #/Issuing Authority: 2024R