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Livingston Police Officer Fired and Arrested, LIVINGSTON, May 11, 2026 - On Friday May 1st, Livingston ISD notified the Livingston Police Department about allegations of an inappropriate relationship between an officer and a student...more

THE DEMOCRAT STUPIDNESS IS GETTING STUPIDER...  05/11/26...

Traffic Stop Yields Multiple Warrants, and Lots of Narcotics, LIVINGSTON, May 10, 2026 - On May 8,2026, a Deputy with the Polk County Sheriff's Office received information regarding an individual with seven outstanding warrants through the agency who was possibly traveling through Polk County in possession of a large quantity of illegal narcotics...more

Driver Slams Into Tree, Possibly Fled Scene, SWARTWOUT, May 9, 2026 - At approximately 1:33 pm on March 9, 2026, the driver of a white 2016 Jeep Renegade was south-bound on FM-1988 South. The driver (believed to be a female), left the pavement to the right, slammed into a tree, spun around and turned over on its passenger side...more

I WAS WAITING FOR THIS FROM THE DEMOCRATS...  ...AND SURE ENOUGH...  05/07/26...

 
POND FAILURE AT PEDIGO PARK...  05/03/26...
 
It appears there's been a pond retaining wall failure at Pedigo Park.  Initially, I thought it was done intentionally, but closer examination looks like failure of the pond's retaining wall.

 
NEW LIST OF STUFF TO TALK ABOUT...  04/30/26...

 
Polk County Sheriff's Office Releases More Information on Shooting Off US-146...

 
A(NOTHER) DEMOCRAT ROBOT BLOWS A GASKET...  04/27/26...

 
The Polk County Sheriff's Office Has Released a Statement Regarding the Shooting at a Youth Oriented Party Off US-146...

Youth Party Goes Bad, Multiple Allegedly Shot, SCHWAB CITY, April 26, 2026 - Shortly after 1 am an alleged shooting that involved more than one shooting victim occurred at 10275 US 146 South (Alavarez Motors)....more

NY THUG SLAMS AND STOMPS GIRL...  04/24/26...

2 Vehicle Major Crash, LIVINGSTON, April 23, 2026 - Shortly after 10 pm on April 23, 2026, a white 2022 Toyota Sienna, driven by James Hess, 64, of Kansas, Oklahoma, was east-bound on US-190 West. As Hess was approaching the intersection of 190 and US-59, the driver of a silver 2013 Kia Soul pulled out of the Walmart parking lot and attempted to pull straight across 190 into the Mobile gas station parking lot (but failed to yield to Hess)...more

FRAUDULENT SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER IN BIG TROUBLE...  04/22/26...

 
Car Driver's Name Released, LAMONT, April 21, 2026 - The car driver's name from 18 wheeler crash has been released.  On April 17, 2026, the driver of a white 2021 Nissan Versa was north-bound on US-59 when the driver left the pavement to the left, proceeded through the median and ramped out of the median onto the south-bound side of 59...more

Car vs 18 Wheeler, Driver Critical, LAMONT, April 17, 2026 - At approximately 11:02 am on April 17, 2026, an 18 wheeler driven by Derrick Taylor, 52, of Houston, was south-bound on US-59. Taylor suddenly broadsided a white 2021 Nissan Versa (female driver's name not yet released). The impact caved in the passenger's side of the car as the car came to rest in the grass on the right side of the south-bound lanes of traffic...more

Multiple Vehicle Pile Up on 59, LIVINGSTON, April 16, 2026 - At approximately 1:05 pm on April 16, 2026, an 18 wheeler was north-bound on US-59. The driver slowed to make a right turn onto South Washington (just south of the Livingston City Limits). While slowing down, the driver of a white Ford Escape was coming from behind the 18 wheeler...more

ERIC SWALWELL RESIGNS FROM CONGRESS, THINGS GETTING MUCH WORSE...  04/14/26...

 
ERIC SWALWELL HAS ALWAYS BEEN A LOW IQ DOOFUS...  PRESIDENT TRUMP IS A GENIUS...  04/13/26...

 
CRIME STOPPERS PAYS CA$H REWARDS!  

The Polk County Sheriff's Office received a report of a theft from a local business located on US Highway 190 E that occurred in the early morning hours of April 10, 2026. A black Ford F350 and white CM Cargo Trailer were stolen. Below is a picture of the truck and trailer prior to the theft. 

If you have any information in reference to this case that may help with the investigation, please contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, 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.


 

POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE – CRYPTOCURRENCY SCAM ALERT

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is warning our residents about an increase in cryptocurrency-related scams targeting individuals throughout our area.

Scammers are posing as law enforcement officers, government officials, bank representatives, or even utility companies. They may contact you by phone, text, email, or social media and claim that:

  • You have a warrant for your arrest

  • Your bank account has been compromised

  • You owe fines or fees that must be paid immediately

They then instruct victims to send money using cryptocurrency (Bitcoin, etc.), often directing them to a crypto ATM or online transfer.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • Law enforcement will NEVER call you and demand payment

  • No legitimate agency will require payment in cryptocurrency

  • Cryptocurrency transactions are NOT reversible and are extremely difficult to trace

  • Scammers often spoof phone numbers to appear legitimate

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF:

  • Do not send money to anyone you do not know or have not met in person

  • Never provide personal or financial information to unknown callers

  • Hang up and verify the call by contacting the agency directly

  • Be cautious of urgent or threatening language meant to pressure you

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE TARGETED OR A VICTIM:

  • Report the incident to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office immediately

  • Notify your bank or financial institution

  • Report fraud to the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov

If something doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t. When in doubt, hang up and call us directly.

If you believe you have been targeted or victimized, please contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Office immediately.

Stay alert. Stay informed. Protect yourself and your family.


Auto / Pedestrian Accident, Woman Flown, TIGERVILLE, April 7, 2026 - At approximately 8:42 pm on April 7, 2026, a tan 2023 Chevy Trailblazer, driven by Harold Fuqua, 56, of Livingston, was east-bound on FM-3126 (near Tigerville Park). According to Fuqua, a woman stepped directly in front of his vehicle...more

CRIME STOPPERS PAYS CA$H REWARDS!
  

On Saturday, March 21, 2026, a burglary and theft occurred at the Kinder Morgan Plant located on FM 2665 in the Goodrich area. A small utility trailer (daytime photo posted for reference) along with several power tools and other items were stolen.

The suspect vehicle is possibly a black Dodge pickup with amber cab lights, chrome tow mirrors, chrome steps, a larger aftermarket front bumper, and bright white aftermarket running lights in headlights. Photos of suspect vehicle and stolen trailer are posted below.

If you have any information in reference to this case please contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, at (936) 327-6810 reference Case# S2600372You 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.


 
PAM BONDI OUT AS ATTORNEY GENERAL...  04/02/26...

 
IF I COULD OFFER YOU ANY ADVICE TO MAKE YOUR LIFE BETTER, IT WOULD BE THIS...   04/02/26...

 
POLK COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
 
TEST OF POLK COUNTY EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM...

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Pickup vs 18 Wheeler, NEW WILLARD, March 31, 2026 - At approximately 5:40 am on March 31, 2026, a red 2002 Ford F-150 pickup, driven by Lynn Andrew Hubbard, Jr., 22, of Brazoria, was south-bound on US-59. As Hubbard was approaching the sound end of Loop 116, an 18 wheeler pulled across from the north-bound side of 59 directly in front of Hubbard...more

THE DEMOCRATS' "NO KINGS" PROTEST...  03/30/26...

 
MID TERM ELECTIONS, IRAN, DEMOCRATS AND ISLAM ARE UNITED...  03/25/26...

 
ROBERT MUELLER IS DEAD.  GOOD.  03/21/26...

 
BURN BAN LIFTED FOR POLK COUNTY... (03/20/26)
 
In a special session of Polk County Commissioner's Court, the Polk County Burn Ban was lifted.

 
THE IRAN SITUATION, THE SAVE AMERICA ACT...  03/20/26...

Livingston Juniour High Teacher Arrested on Drug Charges and Child Endangerment, LIVINGSTON, March 19, 2026 - The Livingston Police Department has arrested a Livingston ISD teacher after illegal drugs were found in a classroom...more

3 Car Crash, GOODRICH, March 15, 2026 - At approximately 4:19 am on March 15, 2026, the driver of a gray 2018 Nissan Rogue was north-bound on US-59. The driver had slowed down due to one of her passenger having exited the vehicle in an apparent domestic dispute...more

CAN'T TRUST JOHN CORNYN...  03/12/26...

Driver Slams Into Tree, GOODRICH, March 6, 2026 - At approximately 7:10 am on March 6, 2026, the driver of an older model maroon Chevy pickup was coming off the south-end of Loop 393 and attempted to merge onto US-59 South.  The driver,...more

JASMINE CROCKOFSH!T OUT OF A JOB...  LOL!  03/05/26...

IRAN...  YES, THIS IS REGIME CHANGE...  03/01/26...

 
Months Long Investigation Concludes in Seizure of Illegal Drug Operation, PUTNAM'S LANDING, February 28, 2026 - On February 26, 2026, The Polk County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Division, with assistance from The Texas Department of Public Safety Criminal Investigation Division, moved in and seized a methamphetamine operation after a months-long investigation into Michael Linan of Livingston, for the distribution of methamphetamine within Polk County CLICK HERE FOR MORE

2 Vehicle Crash, LAMONT, February 27, 2026 - At approximately 3:08 pm on February 27, 2026, a white 2025 Hyundai Tucson, driven by Taylor Elliott, 31, of Katy, was north-bound on US-59 when the driver of a white 2016 Accura RDX, pulled out of a crossover near the main entrance of Camp Cho Yeh, and directly in front of Elliott...more

BURN BAN IN EFFECT FOR POLK COUNTY...

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Head On Collision, 1 Driver Flown, LIVINGSTON, February 24, 2026 - At approximately 5:27 am on February 24, 2026, a white 2024 Chevy 2500 pickup, driven by Israel Lopez, 50, of Houston, was west-bound on US-190 East.  As Lopez entered the Livingston City Limits, the driver of a gray 2024 Nissan Rogue was headed east-bound in the west-bound lane with no headlights on...more

DEMOCRATS AND THEIR MEDIA PRODUCE ANOTHER LOOSE NUT...  02/23/26...

Bizarre Accident, 1 Person Flown, 1 Hospitalized, EAST TEMPE, February 21, 2026 - At approximately 6:50 pm on February 21, 2026, a white 2024 Kia Telluride, driven by Tiffany Dees, 33, of Livingston, was south-bound on FM-350 South. Behind Dees was a south-bound red 2014 Chrysler 300 driven by Tabitha King, 51, of Livingston. Evidence at the scene suggests that...more

SUPREME COURT HURT THE USA...  02/21/26...

 
CHICAGO LOSING DA BEARS?  02/20/26

Morbid Twist in 7 Oaks Fire Story, SEVEN OAKS, February 17, 2026 - In a morbid twist to the fire that occurred this morning (02/17/26), a body was found in the burned out 7 Oaks Inn at the north end of the building...more

Fire Consumes 7 Oaks Inn, SEVEN OAKS, February 17, 2026 - Shortly after 4 am on February 17, 2026, Livingston Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to the 7 Oaks Inn off US-59 in 7 Oaks.  The inn was engulfed in flames...more

Worker Flown from Road Construction Accident, ALABAMA COUSHATTA COUNTRY, February 16, 2026 - At approximately 2:35 pm on February 16, 2026, a road construction accident occurred on US-190 East. A very large pavement excavator turned over and struck a worker knocking him out and unresponsive. Radio traffic from the Polk County Sheriff's Office Dispatch initially reported that the worker appeared to not be breathing and unresponsive...more

JONATHAN KARL WITH ABC NEWS PUSHES BACK ON ADAM SHIFTLESS...  02/12/26...

Large Truck Turns Over on 59, GOODRICH, February 11, 2026 - At approximately 9:40 am on February 11, 2026, the driver of a large utility bucket truck was south-bound on US-59 (a short distance south of the Goodrich Truckstop). The driver was in the left lane and decided to move to the right lane. As the driver was veering into the right lane, he noticed a vehicle in his blind spot and cut his wheel back left and lost control. The utility truck, driven by...more

Savannah Guthrie's mom is getting an inordinate amount of attention, SB Halftime Woke-Fest and more...

 
CATARACT SURGERY FOR YOUR DOG...  02/09/26...

Driver's Name Released from Fatal Crash, BEACON BAY, February 4, 2026 - The driver's name that was involved in a single vehicle rollover crash on February 1, 2026 has been released.  At around 11:30 pm on February 1, 2026 a 1991 Jeep Wrangler, driven by...more

Driver Succumbs to Injuries From Accident, BEACON BAY, February 2, 2026 - At around 11:30 pm on February 1, 2026, the driver of a 1991 Jeep Wrangler (driver's name not yet released) was east-bound on FM-3126 when his Jeep left the pavement to the right, went into a ditch and rolled...more

DON LEMON GETS ARRESTED.  LOL!  01/30/26...
 
Editor's Note:  I tried to upload this video early Friday but kept having technical problems.

 
SLIMEBALL SENATOR GOES TO MINN. TO SCORE POLITICAL POINTS...  01/29/26...

 
DEMOCRATS ARE OFF THE RAILS...  01/28/26...

Stolen Property, Meth, and Warrants, 2 Arrested, SCENIC LOOP, January 28, 2026 - On Monday, January 26, 2026, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office received a report of suspicious activity in the Scenic Loop Area. There had been several burglaries occurring in the area. Deputies responded to the area and began patrolling checking local businesses and residences. It was determined that buildings and residences in the area had been broken into recently. Deputies were able to identify the suspicious person as...more

PLAY STUPID GAMES, WIN STUPID PRIZES...  01/27/26...

 
CRIME STOPPERS PAYS CA$H REWARDS!
  

The Livingston Police Department is asking for the help of citizens to identify a suspect and vehicle involved in an assault with a deadly weapon.

On Friday, January 23, 2026, at approximately 3:00 pm, officers and detectives were dispatched to an elderly woman that had been attacked by a white male in his mid-30s with clean cut black hair and beard. He was wearing a grey shirt and blue jeans. The suspect entered the Gateway Retirement Community located behind CHI Hospital driving a silver/ gray four door sedan. A witness who confronted the suspect stopped the assault. The suspect fled the scene at a high rate of speed in the vehicle in question. The vehicle pulled onto the US 59 S feeder road, and the direction of travel after that is unknown.

Any information to help identify the suspect or suspect vehicle is much appreciated to get this person into custody. Contact us at 936-327-3117 or by email at police@livingstontx.gov.You can remain anonymous by calling CRIME STOPPERS at 936-327-STOP (7867). Information leading to the arrest of the suspect can lead to a cash reward.


 
Polk County Judge Sydney Murphy has issued a Disaster Declaration for Polk County in response to the forecasted ice storm.

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Stay home, let TxDOT do the driving...

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ARRESTS MADE IN MINNESOTA CHURCH ATTACK...  01/23/26...

Recycling Business Catches Fire Again, GOODRICH, January 23, 2026 - At around 10 am on January 23, 2026, a fire ignited at a recycling business in Goodrich off of US-59 North (next to the FM-1988 overpass). Livingston, Goodrich, Scenic Loop, Alabama Coushatta, Onalaska and other East Texas fire departments were on the scene to battle a very stubborn blaze...more

PRESIDENT TRUMP'S PHENOMINAL FIRST YEAR COMPLETE...  01/21/26...

 
DAILY ARREST REPORT:  Sorry for our lateness on today's daily arrest report.  Sometimes there's technical issues.  Everything seems to be resolved now.

 
TXDOT warning of wintery blast and hazardous road conditions this week...

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ARE THE DEMOCRATS TRYING TO START A CIVIL WAR?  01/16/26...

 
UPDATE:  Deceased Man's Name Released from Fatal Auto / Pedestrian Accident, PROVIDENCE, January 12, 2026 - The man who was tragically killed on January 9, 2026 has been released.  At approximately 9 pm on January 9, 2026 a south-bound vehicle driven by...more

Pedestrian Struck and Killed on 146, PROVIDENCE, January 10, 2026 - At approximately 9 pm on January 9, 2026 a silver 2020 Chevy Colorado pickup was north-bound on US-146 when a pedestrian appeared almost out of nowhere from the darkness and fog. The vehicle, driven by...more

FROM MEDIA, TO HOLLYWOOD, TO ALL LEVELS OF EDUCATION, THE LEFT IS DESTROYING THE USA...  01/09/26...

 
CRIME STOPPERS PAYS CA$H REWARDS!  

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance from the public in obtaining information regarding a stolen vehicle. The vehicle is a 2011 Nissan Maxima black in color and when it was stolen had Texas License Plate CW2X015. The vehicle did not run and would have been towed or loaded onto a trailer somehow. The vehicle was stolen from Indian Springs.
 
If you have any information in reference to this case that may help with the investigation, please contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at (936) 327-6810 reference Case# S2501780. 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 will remain anonymous and may collect a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.


 
MADURO HAD TO GO...  01/05/26...

 
DOES PAM BONDI HAVE THE BACKBONE TO PROSECUTE THE POLITICIANS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE MINNESOTA SOMALI FRAUD?  01/02/26...

Fatal 18 Wheeler Crash on 350 North, BOLD SPRINGS, January 2, 2026 - At approximately 6:15 am on January 2, 2025, an 18 wheeler logging truck (not loaded) was south-bound on FM-350 North when the driver attempted to negotiate a curve too fast for the moist pavement (morning dew).  The driver lost control and slid jack-knife style into the woods...more

LOOKING BACK AT THE YEAR THAT WAS 2025...
 
As we do every year at this time, we look back at each month of this past year and pick the most interesting story from that month.  Today, October through December...


Crazed Woman Attacks Policeman at Police Department, LIVINGSTON, October 21, 2025


Big Mess on 59, LIVINGSTON, November 23, 2025

Livingston Police Nails Alleged Child Predators in Sting Operation, LIVINGSTON, December 1, 2025

 
LOOKING BACK AT THE YEAR THAT WAS 2025...
 
As we do every year at this time, we look back at each month of this past year and pick the most interesting story from that month.  Today, July through September...

Head On Collision, 3 Flown in Critical, BIG SANDY, July 20, 2025

Livingston Volunteer Fire Department Recognizes 110 Years of Service, LIVINGSTON, August 24, 2025

Man Assaults Deputy, Arrested on Multiple Charges, GOODRICH, September 29, 2025

 
LOOKING BACK AT THE YEAR THAT WAS 2025...
 
As we do every year at this time, we look back at each month of this past year and pick the most interesting story from that month.  Today, April through June...

Pickup Broadsides Police Car, LIVINGSTON, April 17, 2025

Patton Village Pursuit Ends in Livingston, LIVINGSTON, May 4, 2025

Man Crashes Into Lake Livingston, Arrested for DWI, BLANCHARD, June 18, 2025

 
LOOKING BACK AT THE YEAR THAT WAS...
 
As we do every year at this time, we look back at each month of this past year and pick the most interesting story from that month.  Today, January through March...

McDougal Gets Life with No Chance for Parole, LIVINGSTON, January 17, 2025

Liberty County Pursuit Ends in Livingston, LIVINGSTON, February 22, 2025

Fort Worth Police Converge on Chevron in Livingston Apprehend Murder Suspect, LIVINGSTON, March 6, 2025

 
315,000 GEORGIA VOTES IN 2020 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION...  12/24/25...

Felon Arrested for Meth and Firearms, LIVINGSTON, December 17, 2025 - On December 16, 2025, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 hang-up call in the area of Rocky Creek Road in Livingston. Upon re-establishing contact, a female caller reported that she was being held against her will and was not allowed to leave the residence...more

Pueblo Viejo Catches Fire, LIVINGSTON, December 15, 2025 - Shortly after 8 pm on December 15, 2025, Livingston and Onalaska Volunteer Fire Departments were dispatched to Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant located at 4562 190 West for a fire in the upper portion of the building...more

MENARD CREEK BRIDGE ON FM-2610 WILL BE CLOSED ON DEC. 16...

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City of Livingston Home Town Christmas Parade - 2025

Driver Slams Into Tree, 2 Hospitalized, PROVIDENCE, December 14, 2025 - At approximately 6:30 pm on December 14, 2025, a silver 2020 Kia Sorento, driven by...more

Head On Collision, Both Drivers Flown From Scene, SCHWAB CITY, December 14, 2025 - At approximately 5:22 pm on December 14, 2025, a white 2012 GMC Yukon, driven by Beverly Moody, 44, of Livingston, south-bound on US-146. As Moody was passing the subdivision of Forest Springs, a north-bound red 2020 Chevy Traverse, driven by...more

Pickup T-Bones Pickup, LIVINGSTON, December 12, 2025 - At approximately 5:18 pm on December 12, 2025, a gray 2020 Chevy pickup, driven by Barbara Renea Roberson, 62, of Lufkin, was south-bound on US-59, when a white 2019 Ford F-150 pickup, driven by...more

JASMINE IS RUNNING FOR SENATE...  12/10/25...

 
JAKE TAPPER DOES A FACE PLANT, NARCO DRUG BOATS BLOWN OUT OF THE WATER AND MORE!... 12/05/25...

 

LIVINGSTON POLICE CRACKING DOWN ON CHILD PREDATORS...

Livingston Police Nails Alleged Child Predators in Sting Operation, LIVINGSTON, December 1, 2025 - The Livingston Police Department has been conducting an undercover online investigation targeting ndividuals attempting to exploit children over the internet.

Since late July, LPD officers have proactively identified and apprehended adults who were seeking to engage in sexual activity with minors. This investigation has resulted in the following arrests for Online Solicitation of a Minor...more


 
UPDATE:  Motorcycle Driver Passes Away from Injuries, LEGGETT, November 28, 2025 - The driver of the motorcycle that collided with a car passed away a short time later after being flown from the scene...CLICK HERE FOR MORE

Motorcycle Driver Critical After Accident, LEGGETT, November 27, 2025 - At approximately 2:13 pm on November 27, 2025, the driver of a red Honda motorcycle was north-bound on US-59. As the driver was approaching the 59/FM-942 intersection, the driver of a south-bound white 2013 Nissan Sentra attempted a left turn directly in front of the motorcycle...more

 

Livingston Man in Hot Water Following Crash in Silsbee...


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Big Mess on 59, LIVINGSTON, November 23, 2025 - At approximately 5:45 pm on November 23, 2025, an 18 wheeler hauling steel pipes was north-bound on US-59. According to the driver...more

Driver Slams Into Tree, Flown to Houston, BIG SANDY, November 21, 2025 - At approximately 9:50 am on November 21, 2025 the driver of a white late model Hyundai Santa Fe was north-bound on FM-1276.  The driver possibly fell asleep as he left the pavement  to the left and slammed head on into a large pine tree...more

 
 
 
LIVINGSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE REGARDING DECEASED MAN FOUND IN PARKING LOT...

Pedestrian Finds Deceased Person in Parking Lot, LIVINGSTON, November 20, 2025 - At approximately 10:40 am on November 20, 2025, a person walking in the parking lot in front of Subway (near Burger King) came upon what appeared to be a deceased person...more

DOES PAM BONDI HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO DO THE RIGHT THING?...  11/18/25...

4 Vehicle Cluster Crash, No Injuries, GOODRICH, November 17, 2025 - At approximately 6:40 pm on November 17, 2025, the driver of a gray Volkswagen Jetta was north-bound on US-59 in the right hand lane, when the driver decided it would be a good idea to suddenly shoot across the left lane in order to get to a crossover...more

2 Vehicle Crash, 1 Rolls, GOODRICH, November 11, 2025 - At approximately 6:43 am on November 11, 2025, a white Dodge Ram pickup, driven by James Tobar, 54, of Livingston, was south-bound on US-146. As Tobar was passing FM-2665, a gray 2013 Volkswagen Passat, driven by...more

Texas Ranger Sworn Affidavit (official statement) Regarding Tampering with Evidence in Crash That Killed 2 Teens in Corrigan...

Texas Rangers Arrest 2 in Connection with Crash that Killed 2 College Students in Corrigan in 2023...
 
 
 
ORIGINAL STORY, 01/20/23...  


2 Vehicle Crash, Unexpected Twist to Story, WEST TEMPE, November 6, 2025 - At approximately 1:03 pm on November 6, 2025, the driver of a cargo box truck was east-bound on US-190 West. The driver slowed to make a turn into the 4 Corners subdivision when he was slammed from behind by the driver of a blue Chevy Cruze...more

Engaging in Organized Crime, 3 Arrested, 1 Still At Large, GOODRICH, November 5, 2025 - On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, Polk County Deputies responded to a theft in progress in the Goodrich area. Deputies located three suspects on the property and began an investigation into the incident. Detectives became aware of the incident and responded to the scene as there had been multiple thefts reported from the same property over the weekend...more

SORRY ABOUT THAT...
Didn't meat to post YESTERDAY'S DAILY ARREST REPORT again today.  We fixed it.  TODAY'S is now posted. - Editor

County Jail Employee Arrested for Intoxication (on the job) and Possession, LIVINGSTON, November 3, 2025 - On November 1st, 2025 an incident occurred at the Polk County Jail which led to the arrest of a new jail employee...more

UPDATE ON MURDER / SUICIDE:  Livingston Police Department Released Information on the Murder/ Suicide from Saturday Night...CLICK HERE FOR MORE
 
2 Deceased Found in Vehicle, LIVINGSTON, November 2, 2025 - Sometime between 10 - 11 pm on November 1, 2025 a Polk County Sheriff's Deputy noticed a silver small Ford car parked on the right shoulder on the south-bound side of the US-59 bypass...more

 
 MISSING JUVENILE FROM LIVINGSTON
 
Samuel Bailey Age 16:  Missing Since Nov. 1st, 2025, From Livingston, Tx. Current on Missing persons List Blonde hair, Blue Eyes, 5 ' 5" , Approx 130 lbs. Please Please if you have Seen Sam call Polk County Sherrifs Dept at 936-327-6810, Don Robison 936-328-1722, or myself at 936-933-0795

 
BURN BAN LIFTED...

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Driver Hospitalized After Flipping Vehicle, GOODRICH, October 28, 2025 - At approximately 10:50 am on October 28, 2025, a maroon 2020 Kia Sorento, was east-bound on FM-1988 East. Initially, the driver left the pavement to the left, over corrected right, and left the pavement on the right side into the grass. Her vehicle rolled...more


BURN BAN EXTENDED!

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UPDATE:  Woman Dies After Being Struck by Pickup, NEW WILLARD, October 27, 2025 - At approximately 8:45 pm on August 24, 2025, a black 2016 Ford F-250 pickup, driven by Peter Johnson, 65, of Houston, was north-bound on US-59.  Johnson struck a pedestrian who was trying to cross and apparently misjudged how close the truck was...CLICK HERE FOR FULL STORY
 
Auto / Pedestrian Accident, Pedestrian Critical, MARSTON, October 24, 2025 - At approximately 8:45 pm on October 24, 2025, a black 2016 Ford F-250 pickup (pulling a travel trailer) was north-bound on US-59 (just past the south end of Loop 116) when a female attempted to cross the road in front of them and was impacted...more

 
NO KINGS PROTEST, WHITEHOUSE BALLROOM, ACE FREHLEY DIES, AND A MEN ONLY SEGMENT...  10/24/25...

 
INFORMATION RELEASED ON 2 CRASHES...
 
Truck Strikes Pedestrian, BLANCHARD, October 24, 2025 - The information on the auto/pedestrian accident that occurred on FM-3126 at Mangum Road has been released. At approximately 1:02 pm on October 23, 2025, a white Dodge pickup pulling a loaded trailer, driven by Lewis Anthony Reynoso, 37, of Coldspring was west-bound on FM-3126 when a female pedestrian...more

18 Wheeler -vs- Motorcycle, GOODRICH, October 24, 2025 - At approximately 6:56 am on October 8, 2025, a tractor/trailer driven by Joshua Andrews, 37, of Knoxville, Pennsylvania, was north-bound on US-59 (in the left lane) when a north-bound motorcycle (in the right lane) driven by...more

Pedestrian Struck by Truck, Flown from Scene, BLANCHARD, October 23, 2025 - At approximately 1:02 pm on October 23, 2025, a white Dodge Ram 3500 pickup (pulling a trailer loaded with rocks) was west-bound on FM-3126. As the driver was approaching the intersection of Mangum Road, a female pedestrian attempted to cross the road directly in front of the pickup...more

Crazed Woman Attacks Policeman at Police Department, LIVINGSTON, October 21, 2025 - On Saturday morning, a female entered the lobby of the Livingston Police Department requesting to speak with a specific officer with whom she stated she felt comfortable due to past interactions...more

Logging Truck Turns Over, LIVINGSTON, October 21, 2025 - Just minutes after 8 am on October 21, 2025, the driver of a loaded 18 wheeler logging truck was north-bound on the 59 feeder when he entered the U-turn underpass on the north end of the 59 bypass. The driver...more

Female Allegedly Shot by Livingston Man, LIVINGSTON, October 17, 2025 - On October 15, 2025, deputies and detectives from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from multiple law enforcement agencies, responded to reports of a shooting at a residence located on Willson Road in Polk County...more

Accident Turns Fatal, SWARTWOUT, October 11, 2025 - At approximately 6:32 pm on October 11, 2025, a blue 2010 Dodge pickup driven by Jack Wilenski, 31, of Splendora, was south-bound on FM-1988 South. As Wilenski was about to pass the intersection of FM-3278, a white 2013 Nissan Altima, driven by...more

Travel Trailer "Explodes", INDIAN SPRINGS, October 11, 2025 - At approximately 7:57 am on October 11, 2025, a parked and lived in travel trailer parked in the subdivision of Indian Springs (directly across from the Indian Springs Fire Department on Pichetto Trail), reportedly exploded...more

Names Released from 18 Wheeler vs Car, GOODRICH, October 8, 2025 - The names of the drivers involved in the car vs 18 wheeler have been released.  At approximately 6:30 am on October 8, 2025, a white 2013 Volvo S60, driven by Joshua Adam Szejer, 39, of Houston was south-bound on US-59 when an 18 wheeler pulled out of a crossover from the north-bound side of 59 into the south-bound lanes directly in front of Szejer...more

Motorcycle Driver Critical After Being Struck by 18 Wheeler, GOODRICH, October 8, 2025 - At approximately 6:56 am on October 8, 2025, an 18 wheeler was north-bound on US-59. The 18 wheeler was in the left lane (fast lane), when the driver of a Kawasaki Motorcycle (in the right lane), pulled directly in front of the 18 wheeler...more

Driver Slams Into Back of 18 Wheeler, GOOODRICH, October 8, 2025 - At approximately 6:30 am on October 8, 2025, the driver of a white Volvo sedan was south-bound on US-59. As the driver of the Volvo was passing the north end of Loop 393, an 18 wheeler pulled out of the crossover (from the north-bound side) and directly in front of the Volvo...more

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Search Warrant Leads to Marijuana Arrest in Wild Country Subdivision, WILD COUNTRY, October 7, 2025 - On the evening of October 6, 2025, a night shift sergeant with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office received credible information about a resident in the Wild Country Subdivision who was reportedly in possession of a large amount of marijuana being shipped from out of state...more

Assault and Narcotics, Deputies Arrest 4, SEVEN OAKS, October 7, 2025 - On October 6, 2025, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to an assault call in Seven Oaks, Texas. Deputies arrived on scene and began investigating and was assisted by a Narcotics Detective. During the investigation, deputies developed probable cause that led to a search warrant...more

NAMES RELEASED FROM FATAL CRASH:  CORRIGAN, October 3, 2025 - The names of the victims of a fatal crash that occurred just north of Corrigan have been released.  At around 3 am on October 2, 2025, a Jeep SUV was south-bound on US-59 when the vehicle slammed into a concrete barrier plastic buffer section in a construction area.  The impact caused the driver,...CLICK HERE FOR MORE

2 Vehicle Accident with Entrapment, SWARTWOUT, October 2, 2025 - At approximately 6:15 pm on October 2, 2025, a white 2014 Nissan Maxima, driven by Carolyn Cox Ashcraft, 77, of Livingston, was south-bound on FM-3126 (about 2 miles north of the State Park entrance). Ashcraft attempted a left turn onto Longhorn Drive when at that very moment, the driver of a white Ford F-350 (behind her) attempted to pass (just as Ashcraft was going into her turn)...more

2 Deceased, 1 Flown in Rollover Accident, CORRIGAN, October 2, 2025 - At approximately 3 am on October 2, 2025, a black Jeep SUV was south-bound on US-59. As the driver approached a highway construction area, she slammed into the plastic buffer zone on the end of the concrete barriers in the construction zone. This caused the driver to completely lose control as her Jeep rolled multiple times...more

Man Assaults Deputy, Arrested on Multiple Charges, GOODRICH, September 29, 2025 - At approximately 12:53 PM, on September 29, 2025, Deputy Dylan Dickerson with The Polk County Sheriff's Office was patrolling the Goodrich area when he observed a 2011 Chevy truck speed above the posted speed limit. A traffic stop was initiated and the vehicle pulled into the parking lot of the Dollar Store located on Loop 393...more

Driver Arrested for Intoxication, MARSTON, September 29, 2025 - Shortly before 2 pm on September 29, 2025, the Polk County Sheriff's Office put out a radio call to be on the look out for a tan older model Toyota 4Runner that was driving erratically.  Chief Deputy, Andy Lowrie with The Polk County Sheriff's Office, spotted the vehicle...more

Driver Crashes Pickup, Arrested for DWI, SWARTWOUT, September 27, 2025 - At approximately 3:50 pm on September 27, 2025, a gray 1994 Isuzu pickup was north-bound on FM-3126 (just north of The State Park) when the driver left the pavement to the left, overcorrected right, left the other side of the pavement and slid sideways into a tree...more

Accident on 190 W. Hospitalizes 2, LIVINGSTON, September 27, 2025 - At approximately 6:40 am on September 27, 2025, a white 2012 Toyota Corolla, driven by Samantha Horn, 34, of Livingston, was west-bound on US-190 West. As Horn was about to pass FM-350 North, the driver of a gray 2018 Dodge Ram pickup pulled off of FM-350 North and failed to yield to Horn...more

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2 Arrested in DWI / Drug Charges, LIVINGSTON, September 23, 2025 - At approximately 6:35 pm on September 23, 2025, Deputy Rafael Hererra, with The Polk County Sheriff's Office was north-bound on US-59 South of Livingston when he was alerted to a black 2004 Toyota Camry that was ahead of him.  The driver was all over the road and was even driving down the middle of the two lane highway...more

Sheriff's Office / Texas Rangers Investigating Alleged Suicide, ONALASKA, September 23, 2025 - The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a reported suicide that was received via a call on September 20, 2025, at approximately 8:48 p.m....more

UPDATE:  Name Released from This Morning's Accident...CLICK HERE
 
18 Wheeler Causes 3 Vehicle Crash, LIVINGSTON, September 22, 2025 - At approximately 8:16 am on September 22, 2025, the driver of an 18 wheeler logging truck (driver's names not yet released) was north-bound on Business 59. As the driver was passing Aaron's Tacos, he allegedly fell asleep at the wheel, left the pavement to the right, and took out...more

Whipping Travel Trailer Turns Over Pickup, LIVINGSTON, September 20, 2025 - At approximately 7:51 AM on September 20, 2025, a white Dodge pickup pulling a travel trailer was north-bound on US-59. The driver decided to pass an 18 wheeler. During the pass, the travel trailer began to whip...more

Drugs and Stolen Property, ALABAMA COUSHATTA COUNTRY, September 19, 2025 - On Friday, September 19, 2025, the Polk County Sheriff's Office received a report of a male and female subject driving an ATV in the area of FM 2500. It was reported the individuals matched the description of subjects trespassing and stealing wire in the area...more

San Jacinto County DPS Trooper Dies in Car Crash, AUSTIN, September 16, 2025 - It is with great sadness that the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces the death of a Highway Patrol Trooper following a traffic crash in San Jacinto County.

Trooper Jerry Wayne Adamick Jr., 44, was driving on FM 945 South, responding to assist law enforcement partners with an emergency call around 9:15 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 15, when his vehicle went off the side of the road, struck a tree and caught fire. Trooper Adamick died at the scene. The crash remains under investigation.

“Our hearts are broken today,” said DPS Colonel Freeman F. Martin. “Trooper Adamick bravely served our country for many years, and we were proud to have him choose to continue his service as part of the DPS family. He had so much life ahead of him, and today we grieve with his family and friends.”

Trooper Adamick served with the United States Army for more than two decades and completed several tours overseas. After leaving the Army, he joined DPS and was a member of Class A-2024. He was the recipient of the Veterans National Defense Award in June of last year.

His family says being a Trooper was his dream. Trooper Adamick was stationed in Coldspring. He is survived by his wife, Roxanne, and five adult children. Trooper Jerry Wayne Adamick is the 242nd DPS Officer to die in the line of duty since 1823. Funeral arrangements are still being finalized.


Name Released from Auto / Pedestrian Fatality, LIVINGSTON, September 15, 2025 - The name of the lady who was struck and killed by a SUV on September 7, 2025, has been released. At approximately 4:45 am on September 7, 2025...more

JUST SO EVERYONE KNOWS...
We know that there's still updates remaining on two stories that we recently covered;  the motorcycle crash where two men were flown, and the auto / pedestrian fatality.  We've been in communication with the Troopers and that information is still not obtained.  Sometimes this stuff takes time to sort out and even obtaining identification of people can be difficult (especially when they weren't in possession of an identification at the time of the incident).  The updates are coming.  These are cases that fall into the "takes time" category. -- Editor

Motorcycle Crash Proves Fatal, GOODRICH, September 11, 2025 - At approximately 4:45 pm on September 11, 2025, the Polk County Sheriff's Office was notified of a fatal motorcycle crash on FM-2969 (off FM-1988 West). Troopers Terrence Dickens and Cesar Davila with The Texas Highway Patrol were dispatched to the scene...more

   
 
 
   
 
 
   
 
 
   
 
 
   
 
 
   
 
 
   
 
 
   
 
 
   
 
 
   
 
 
   
 
 
   
 
 
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