During the week from Monday, November 18, 2024, to Sunday, November 24, 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.
Andrew Jacob Martinez
Suspect Description: White Male, 5’05”, 185 lbs
Address: Wallis, TX 77485
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department
Date of Arrest: November 19, 2024, 2:39 AM
Charges: Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence
Explanation of Charges:
• Assault Causes Bodily Injury: This charge means that the suspect intentionally caused harm to another person by hitting, pushing, or otherwise inflicting injury. The injury does not have to be serious, but there must be proof that the victim was harmed in some way.
• Family Violence: This charge indicates that the assault took place against a family member, such as a spouse, child, or other relative. Family violence cases often involve domestic disputes and are taken seriously because of the impact they have on the family dynamic and the potential for further harm.
Bond: $5,000.00 Surety Bond
Richard Leodre Silmon
Suspect Description: Black Male, 6’00”, 170 lbs
Address: Austin, TX 78748
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department
Date of Arrest: November 19, 2024, 5:16 PM
Charges: Unlawful Possession of Firearm by a Felon
Explanation of Charges: Unlawful Possession of Firearm by a Felon: This charge applies when a person who has been convicted of a felony (a serious crime) is found to be in possession of a firearm. Under U.S. law, felons are prohibited from owning or possessing firearms due to the potential risk they pose. This is a serious offense, as it involves the violation of a legal restriction placed on convicted criminals.
Bond: No Bond
Dalton Sertuche
Suspect Description: White Male, 6’01”, 195 lbs
Address: Austin, TX 78741
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department
Date of Arrest: November 20, 2024, 9:24 AM
Charges:
• Assault Causes Bodily Injury
• Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 <1G
• Possession of Marijuana <2oz
• Possession or Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia
• Driving While License Invalid
• Terroristic Threat of Family/Household
• Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 3 <28G
Explanation of Charges:
• Assault Causes Bodily Injury: This charge indicates that the suspect physically harmed another person, causing injury. The injury could be minor or more severe, but any injury caused intentionally or recklessly counts under this charge.
• Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 <1G: This charge involves possessing a substance categorized in Penalty Group 1 (which includes drugs like cocaine, methamphetamine, and heroin) in an amount less than 1 gram.
• Possession of Marijuana <2oz: This charge involves possessing less than 2 ounces of marijuana, which is illegal under Texas law.
• Possession or Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia: This charge is for possessing items commonly used to consume, distribute, or manufacture drugs, such as pipes or syringes.
• Driving While License Invalid: This charge applies when a person is driving with a license that has been suspended, revoked, or is otherwise invalid.
• Terroristic Threat of Family/Household: This charge indicates that the suspect threatened to cause serious harm or death to a family or household member, which is considered a serious crime.
• Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 3 <28G: This charge involves possessing a substance categorized in Penalty Group 3 (such as some prescription drugs and other controlled substances) in an amount less than 28 grams.
Bond:
• Assault Causes Bodily Injury: No Bond
• Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 <1G: No Bond
• Possession of Marijuana <2oz: $1,000.00 Surety Bond
• Possession or Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia: $1,000.00 Surety Bond
• Driving While License Invalid: $1,000.00 Surety Bond
• Terroristic Threat of Family/Household: No Bond
• Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 3 <28G: $10,000.00 Surety Bond
Rodriguez, Micaela
Suspect Description: White Female, 5’08”, 270 lbs
Address: Houston, TX 77024
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 11/22/2024, 11:44 PM
Charges:
1. Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child (102589-CR-1/Brazoria)
2. Indecency with a Child by Exposure (102589-CR-1/Brazoria)
3. Indecency with a Child by Exposure (102589-CR-1/Brazoria)
Explanation of Charges:
1. Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child: This charge involves engaging in sexual conduct with a child under the age of 14. The “aggravated” nature indicates that the crime was particularly severe, such as involving physical harm, threats, or other aggravating circumstances.
2. Indecency with a Child by Exposure: This charge means that the suspect exposed themselves inappropriately to a child or caused a child to be exposed to indecent acts, with the intent to arouse or gratify sexual desire.
Bond:
• Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child: $50,000 (Surety Bond)
• Indecency with a Child by Exposure (1): $50,000 (Surety Bond)
• Indecency with a Child by Exposure (2): $50,000 (Surety Bond)
Brown, Jayson My’Leaq
Suspect Description: Black Male, 5’08”, 135 lbs
Address: Cypress, TX 77433
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 11/23/2024, 11:53 AM
Charges: Failure to Appear (FTA) for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon (2022R-0139/155th)
Explanation of Charges: Failure to Appear (FTA) for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon: This charge means the suspect was previously charged with aggravated assault involving a deadly weapon—such as a firearm, knife, or other object used to cause serious harm—but failed to appear in court as required for legal proceedings related to that charge.
Bond: No Bond -The suspect is not eligible for release at this time, likely due to the seriousness of the charges or the failure to appear in court.
Palma-Palma, Joel Wilder
Suspect Description: White Male, 5’08”, 165 lbs
Address: Houston, TX 77081
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 11/24/2024, 12:43 AM
Charges: Public Intoxication (31242/JP4)
Explanation of Charges: Public Intoxication: This charge means the suspect was found in a public place under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the extent that they posed a danger to themselves or others.
Bond: $1,000 Personal Recognizance Bond The suspect was released without having to pay money upfront, based on a promise to appear in court.
Estrada-Palma, Jose Nahin
Suspect Description: White Male, 5’06”, 150 lbs
Address: Houston, TX 77081
Arresting Agency: Austin County Sheriff Department (SO)
Date of Arrest: 11/24/2024, 1:15 AM
Charges: Public Intoxication (31241/JP4)
Explanation of Charges: Public Intoxication: This charge means the suspect was found in a public place under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the point of being a potential danger to themselves or others.
Bond: $1,000 Personal Recognizance Bond The suspect was released based on a promise to appear in court without needing to pay money upfront.