Category: Austin County News

Austin County Field Day Equips First Responders with Crucial Skills to Ensure Child Safety

Over the weekend of February 3rd and 4th, 2024, several fire departments including New Ulm VFD, Bellville VFD, Cat Spring VFD, Industry VFD, and Shelby VFD gathered in Bellville for the Austin County Field Day. Facilitated by TEEX, the event focused on crucial training in areas such as Motor Carrier Transport, School Bus Extracation, and School Bus Rescues, emphasizing the collective commitment to keeping children safe in the community. With the support of Austin County EMS, Bellville Police Department, and Bellville School Administration, participants honed their skills and strengthened collaboration to ensure swift and effective emergency responses.

Read More

Austin County Sheriff’s Office Resolves Firearm Discharge Disturbance in Bellville, Texas

The Austin County Sheriff’s Office responded swiftly to a disturbance call in Bellville, Texas, involving a male suspect discharging a firearm inside a residence. After securing the safety of family members, the Austin County Regional Special Response Team (SRT) and Crisis Negotiations Team (CNT) successfully convinced the suspect, Don Nguyen, to surrender peacefully. Nguyen, aged 24, was taken into custody and now faces charges of Aggravated Assault/Family Violence/with a weapon.

Read More

Joint Law Enforcement Operation Leads to Arrests and Seizures in Eagle Lake, Texas

On February 1, 2024, a coordinated effort by the Austin County Regional Special Response Team and the Texas Department of Public Safety led to a significant narcotics bust in Eagle Lake, Texas. Arrest and search warrants were executed on two residences, culminating in the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of methamphetamine. This operation marks a critical strike against narcotics distribution in the region, showcasing the collaborative prowess of multiple law enforcement agencies.

Read More

Austin County Schools Keeping a Watchful Eye on Arctic Weather

As the arctic weather approaches Austin County, local school districts are taking proactive measures to keep students and staff safe. The Bellville, Brazos, and Sealy school districts have released statements informing the community about their ongoing efforts to monitor the weather conditions and potential impacts.

Read More

CHANGE LANGUAGE/CAMBIAR IDIOMA

Translate »