Category: Local News

Sgt. Corey Hood and Sgt. Kelvin Whorton of the Bellville Police Department were honored at the Bellville City Council meeting for their heroic intervention, preventing the abduction of a young lady by a violent criminal. Their bravery and vigilance were commended by Police Chief Jason Smalley, who credited their actions with potentially saving lives and ensuring the safety of the community.

The City of Bellville has embarked on an unprecedented journey by incorporating zoning into the Bellville Municipality ordinance code, and the first public forum proved to be a pivotal moment for citizen involvement in shaping the transformative zoning ordinance. Engaged residents passionately raised questions and expressed concerns during the forum, setting the stage for the upcoming Tuesday, May 16, 2023, public hearing at 5:30 p.m. in Bellville City Hall, with a final forum slated for next week.

The suspect arrested for an attempted kidnapping at a Bellville convenience store has been identified as Ausencio Garcia Herrera, who is also linked to a murder case in Southwest Houston where his wife was stabbed to death. Thanks to social media networking and collaborative efforts between law enforcement agencies, the suspect’s true identity was uncovered, leading to charges for both the kidnapping attempt and the murder.