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Members of the LHS National Navy Defense Cadet Corps (NNDCC) presented at the Livingston Lions Club lunch meeting in February. They shared the successes of their battalion, which included advancing to the National Joint Leadership Academic Bowl Round 1 semi-finals, scoring in the top 30% on the National Academic Exam, Navy Area 10 recommended as "Most Improved School," 8,042 cadet community service hours, attendance at thirty-five community events, four cadets contracting with a military branch of service and growth of their unit from 75 students last year to 110 students this year.

 

Second Motorcycle Crash, Driver Flown in Critical Condition, BOLD SPRINGS, March 4, 2023 - At approximately 5:30 pm on March 4, 2023, a red three wheel Harley Davidson motorcycle was north-bound on FM-350 North. The driver of the motorcycle left the pavement to the right, over corrected left crossed 350 to the other side and crashed...more

Driver Rolls SUV, No Injuries...
GOODRICH, March 1, 2023 - At approximately 6:10 pm on March 1, 2023, the driver of a dark gray 2022 Toyota RAV4 was east-bound on FM-1988 West (3750 block). Her vehicle left the pavement to the left, hit a barbed wire fence and rolled. The young female driver was able to get the doors open and come out under her own power. Allegiance Ambulance Service was dispatched to the scene along with Deputy Victor White with the Polk County Sheriff's Office and Trooper Cotye Lowrie with the Texas Highway Patrol. The driver was not injured. Her vehicle was recovered by Ken's Towing and will be stored at Harrison Body Shop in Livingston. No citations were issued.

MISSING PERSON  

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is seeking help from the public in regards to information about the whereabouts of 58-year-old Carlos Mauricio Bracamonte. He was last seen on February 23rd, 2023, at around 10pm, near the 300 block of Broken Arrow Lane, in Livingston, Texas. Bracamonte was last seen wearing a black ball cap, long sleeve brown shirt, and blue pajama pants. He has had recent surgeries and is in need of his medications.

If you have any information on the whereabouts of Bracamonte, please contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and speak with a Detective, at (936) 327-6810. You may also submit an anonymous tip at p3tips.com, the P3 App or call Polk County Crime Stoppers at 936-327-STOP, where you can remain anonymous and may collect a cash reward for information leading to the whereabouts of Bracamonte.

CRIME STOPPERS PAYS CA$H REWARDS!  

On February 23, 2023 a theft of motor vehicle was reported to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office that occurred on FM 350 North in the Moscow area.  The vehicle taken was a crew Polaris Ranger XP 1000 that is tan/brown in color with after market tires and a deer feeder attached to the front.  If you have any information in reference to this case that may help with the investigation, please contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and speak with a Detective, at (936) 327-6810.  You may also submit an anonymous tip at p3tips.com, the P3 App or call Polk County Crime Stoppers at 936-327-STOP, where you can remain anonymous and may collect a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.

Livingston Man in Critical Condtion, Flown From Scene, PROVIDENCE, February 19, 2023 - A Livingston man crashed off of FM-1988 East during the 3 am hour.  The driver was flown from the scene in critical condition.  Story, pictures and video from the scene coming.

Kaycee Hendrix and Madison Peters with Childrenz Haven, spoke at a recent Lions Club meeting.

Childrenz Haven, founded in 2009, provides forensic interviews, family advocacy, and therapy to child victims between the ages of 0 to 17 years and their non-offending caregivers for: sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, witness to a violent crime, and survivors of child fatality in Polk County. Childrenz Haven provides case tracking, coordination, and facilitation between investigating agencies, medical staff, and prosecution. Statistics were reported showing that more than 90% of the time children are abused by someone they know or love, and 1 in 10 children will be abused by their 18th birthday.

In 2022 Childrenz Haven reviewed 905 statewide intakes with 560 of them meeting the criteria for services. Their goal is to ensure that their services reach every child that needs the services of a Child Advocacy Center (CAC), provides every service needed by that child, and makes every effort to ensure that those services are of the highest standard of care.

For more information visit https://www.childrenzhaven.org/

Pickup vs 18 Wheeler, CAMDEN, February 13, 2023 - At approximately 12:30 pm on February 13, 2023, an 18 wheeler hauling a load of plywood, driven by Christopher Lilley, 52, of Nacogdoches, was east-bound on FM-62 (about a quarter mile east of the Camden mill). A west-bound gray 1999 Chevy 1500 pickup, driven by...more

Fire Burns Covered Storage Area, BOLD SPRINGS, February 12, 2023 - Shortly before 4 pm on February 12, 2023, a structure fire was reported from a residence located at 135 Peden Lane (near Horace Bonds Road).  The structure appeared to be a large covered storage area next to a house.  Livingston Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to the scene and was joined by Scenic Loop and Onalaska Volunteer Fire Departments.  Additionally, Deputies from the Polk County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to conduct and initial investigation.  The storage area was located next to a house.  Volunteer Firemen were able to put out the fire before it could spread to the house.  There were no reported injuries.

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Charges on 2, LEGGETT, February 10, 2023 - On Wednesday night, February 8, 2023, Polk County Sheriff’s Deputies were patrolling U.S. Highway 59 North, near Leggett, and stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation.  After contact was made with the driver, an investigation began which led to the Deputy calling for assistance to search the vehicle and detain multiple passengers inside the vehicle...more

 

 

 

Dr. Hawkins spoke to members of the Livingston Lions Club during their lunch meeting on Wednesday. He highlighted the success of the dual credit program at Livingston High School.  "In 2014, forty-eight students took dual credit classes and paid their own tuition. This year, two hundred and fifty students are enrolled in college courses funded by the district. The graduating class of 2022 earned 1,050 college hours while in high school."  Hawkins introduced a new LHS program funded by a Texas Education Agency grant, Pathways in Technology Early College High School (PTECH). Fourteen  different pathways are offered, with health science having the largest enrollment. "A council has been created to help connect students to industry. This helps our students have a pipeline that leads to the workplace."  LHS senior Trey Martin shared information about the certifications he has earned in welding. Martin was part of the welding build-off team that won 1st place on a fire pit project in March. The team won scholarships, new welding hoods, and welding certifications. The competition required the team to follow weld assembly drawings, meet weld placement and structural alignment and complete weld processes. Martin has plans to pursue a career as a certified weld instructor. More than two hundred students are enrolled in welding classes at LHS this year.

Accident Hospitalizes Driver and Passenger, SWARTWOUT, February 1, 2023 - At approximately 10:10 pm on January 31, 2023, a black 2012 Ford Focus, driven by Tammy Lee Lake, 52, of Coldspring, was south-bound on FM-1988 South. As Lake was about to pass the intersection of FM-3126, a north-bound white 2008 Jeep Wrangler, driven by...more

Unexpected Party/Gathering Allegedly Gets Out of Hand, SEVEN OAKS, January 29, 2023 - On the afternoon of January 28, 2023, an large unexpected party / gathering took place off Hall and Mack Road (north of Seven Oaks).  There were complaints calling in to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.  The unexpected event had upwards to 2,000 people in attendance.  According to sources, the party was to take place in the Houston area, but was not approved, so they quietly moved it up to Hall and Mack Road.  The event apparently became rowdy.  Deputies from the Polk County Sheriff Office, Local State Troopers, Game Wardens, and Constables were sent in to get the gathering under control.  Law enforcement was there late into the evening.  There were no reported injuries to anyone.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office Detectives are investigating a scamming case, here in Polk County, where the suspect took advantage of an elderly resident, defrauding her of a large amount of money.

Detectives identified the suspect as, 33 year old Jose Karim Garza-Gonzales, of Kingwood, Texas. Garza-Gonzales is a contractor, who owns a business located in Kingwood, Texas. The victim paid Garza-Gonzales, over $28,000.00 up front, and he then never returned to do any work. Subsequent to their investigation, Detectives obtained a third degree felony warrant on Garza-Gonzales, for Theft of Property from Elderly.

Garza-Gonzales is also wanted, by Galveston County, for a similar case of defrauding an elderly victim out of thousands of dollars and never completing any work.

Please see the attached photo. If you have any information in reference to this case, other cases, and/or know the whereabouts of Jose Karim Garza-Gonzales, please contact the Sheriff’s Office or your local law enforcement agency.

Driver Crashes Into Woodline, Flown Out, SCHWAB CITY, January 25, 2023 - At approximately 2:45 pm on January 25, 2022, a black 2011 Toyota Tundra, driven by Alexander Sanmiguel, III, 58, of Livingston, was east-bound on FM-2665 (about 2 miles from US-146). For some reason, Sanmiguel left the pavement to the left, then overcorrected right...more

Driver Fails to Yield to Pickup Pulling Trailer, Trailer Flips, LIVINGSTON, January 19, 2023 - At around 5:10 pm on January 19, 2023, the driver of a black pickup (pulling a trailer) was east-bound on US-190 West in the 4091 block.  The driver of a silver 2022 Chevy Trax attempted to pull into the east-bound lanes from the west-bound lanes at a crossover (next to Economoy Portable Buildings).  The driver allegedly thought the truck had past her, but didn't realize that it was pulling a trailer.  She pulled out too soon and the trailer hooked the front passenger side wheel well.  This caused the trailer to flip over (while still attached to the pickup).  The car was yanked into the middle of the road where it came to rest.  Allegiance Ambulance Service was dispatched to the scene along with Troopers Linley Clark and Chris Cain with the Texas Highway Patrol.  Fortunately, nobody was injured.  Pop's Wrecker Service was dispatched to clean up the mess and was assisted by Kens' Towing.  The driver of the car is likely facing a citation for failure to yield.

Names Released from Fatal Accident, ACE, January 19, 2023 - The names of the drivers have been released from the fatal head on collision when the driver of a 2013 Honda Civic was west-bound on FM-2610 about 1.5 miles from US-146.  The Honda Civic was driven by...more

Collision Turns Fatal as Car Has Head On with 18 Wheeler, ACE, January 18, 2023 - At approximately 11:25 am on January 18, 2023, an 18 wheeler was northeast bount on FM-2610 (about 1.5 miles from US-146) when the driver of a silver 2013 Honda Civic crossed the center line from the opposite direction of travel. The two vehicle collided head on...more

Motorcycle Rear Ends Pickup, SODA, January 13, 2023 - At approximately 2:05 pm on January 13, 2023, a white 2022 Ford F-150, driven by Cheryl Ann Miller, 35, of Sulphur, Louisiana, was west-bound on US-190 East.  As Miller was passing Menard Creek Road, she was slammed from behind by a Harley Davidson Motorcycle driven by...more

Train Pedestrian Accident, LIVINGSTON, January 12, 2023 - Just minutes after 4 pm on January 12, 2023, a construction contractor (name not yet released) was allegedly resting (sitting) on the railroad tracks in between Polk and West Church Streets, behind a business where he had been working (railroad tracks just south of First State Bank). A train came (south-bound) and the worker didn't move out of the way in time...more

Jenn Thompson, Board Member of the Polk County Recycling & Beautification (PCRB), spoke to the Lions about the operations and goals of PCRB. Polk County Recycling & Beautification is a non-profit organization whose mission is to benefit the community of Polk County, Texas, by providing recycling opportunities, promoting the benefits of sustainable living, and supporting beautification efforts throughout the community. Visit their website for more information on drop off times and ways that you can volunteer.

Pictured L-R: Lion President Kim Jernigan, PCRB Member Shawn Loring, PCRB Board Member Jenn Thompson, and Lion Bid Smith

Seizure Allegedly Cause Driver to Crash, ONALASKA, January 8, 2023 - Shortly before 10 am on January 8, 2023, a silver 2011 Ford Ranger, driven by James Lee Langford, 63, of Livingston, was west-bound on US-190 West.  According to witnesses, Langford's vehicle left the pavement to the right and continued into the grass where it finally stopped at the edge of the woods directly across the street from the Cedar Point subdivision...more

The City of Livingston IS NOT the 8th most dangerous city in Texas.  In fact, we found a legitimate source online that actually does list the most dangerous towns in Texas and Livingston doesn't even crack the top 40.  Here's the ACTUAL TRUE list...

 

 

As far as the phony list (that, regrettably, we posted), those phony lists are usually made up by alarm companies that are coming to our town to sell alarms.  At any rate, this is a huge relief.

 

We haven't been able to update this website in the last couple of days (or is it daze?).  Anyway, we got it fixed.  Our Daily Arrest Report is updated, and our Archive Section is updated through today.  Thank you  for your patience.  Next we'll fix our image problem.  D'oh!  I mean IMAGE UPLOAD PROBLEM!  Thanks for being a reader!  Happy New Year! - Editor

 

Driver Strikes Vehicle, Flees, Then Causes Head On Collision with Another Vehicle, Intoxication Suspected, LIVINGSTON, December 27, 2022 - At approximately 1:35 pm on December 27, 2022, a white 2008 Dodge Avenger, driven by Stephen Viellieux, 20, of Livingston, was involved in a hit and run accident when he struck another vehicle (next to Melbo's Store).  Viellieux fled and continued south on US-146.  As Viellieux was passing Tony Pebbles Road, he crossed over the center line and had a glancing head on collision...more