In the early morning of June 7, 2024, Austin County Sheriff’s deputies encountered a group of armed men attempting to steal a truck on Tiemann Road. A pursuit ensued, leading to a crash on New Bremen Road, but the suspects were able to evade capture. The Austin County Sheriff’s Office urges residents to secure their vehicles and report any suspicious activity immediately.
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Travis Gilliam was arrested by Bellville PD and Austin County SO for multiple outstanding warrants, including assault and burglary charges stemming from recent break-ins at local businesses. Gilliam, apprehended during a joint operation, faces charges ranging from Assault Family Violence to Burglary of a Building, following incidents at Brookshire Brothers Pharmacy and the Texaco Food Court. The arrest follows public assistance sought by Bellville PD, leading to Gilliam’s identification and subsequent booking into Austin County Jail.
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A tragic shooting in Bellville, Texas, resulted in the death of a 74-year-old woman, Karen McAndrews, and the arrest of 17-year-old Kody Lowe. Law enforcement from the Austin County Sheriff’s Office and Bellville Police Department responded to the emergency call and secured the scene. The incident is under active investigation by local authorities and the Texas Rangers.
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Medical Clinics of Sealy now has the Sealy Weight Loss Center, providing evidence-based treatments like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, alongside personalized care including nutritional counseling, exercise guidance, and behavioral therapy for holistic weight management.
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The scorching Texas summer is no match for the Austin County ESD No. 2 Junior Firefighters Program as they launch ‘Project Cool,’ an initiative to collect fans for those in need. Community members can contribute by donating 20-inch box fans in new or like-new condition at Sealy Fire Station 1 until May 31, 2024. Join in the effort to ensure a safer and more comfortable summer for everyone in the community.
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