Center Crime Stoppers
Serving all of Shelby County, Texas

936-598-SAFE (7233)
http://www.centercrimestoppers.com

SCSO Seeking Help with Locating Suspect - January 20, 2012

The Shelby County Sheriff's Department is seeking your help with locating Thomas Luther Bradshaw, 29 of Center. Bradshaw has an outstanding warrant for Sexual Assault of a Child, a second degree felony. Thomas Luther Bradshaw is a 29 year old, white male, weighing 145 lbs.

If you have any information concerning the whereabouts of Bradshaw, please contact the Shelby County Sheriff's Department at 936-598-5600 and request to speak to the investigating office, Corp Chad Brown or you can report information anonymously through the Center Crime Stoppers at 936-598-SAFE. You can also submit a web tip at www.centercrimestoppers.com . Remember you don’t have to give your name because you will receive a number when you call. You could earn up to $1,000 in reward money if your information leads to an arrest.

Burglary Suspect Evades Arrest, Still At-Large - January 13, 2012
Press Release

On 12-12-2011 Center Police Department Officers responded to the Pine Terrace Edition in reference to a series of vehicles burglaries in the area. The suspect(s) took three (3) firearms, three (3) I-Pods, and other assorted items from the vehicles. Detective Stroud obtained information that lead to two suspects, Michael Lynn Jones age 19 (Photo) and one juvenile both of Center, Texas.

The juvenile was arrested and transported to Marshal, Texas; however, Michael Lynn Jones fled and is still at large. Michael Lynn Jones is presumed to be armed with the stolen firearms.

If you know the location of Michael Lynn Jones, please call the Center Crime Stoppers at 936-598-SAFE or send a web tip at www.centercrimestoppers.com . You could earn up to $1,000.00 if your information leads to the arrest of the suspect and remember you don’t have to give your name.

Port-A-Cool Becomes Platinum Sponsor of Center Crime Stoppers - January 11, 2012
Composed by Leah Williams

Board Members pictured left to right: Wendell Johnson, Bob Atchison, Debbie Daw, Stephen Stroud, David Hailey, Bill Lloyd,
Steve Waters, David Koonce, Leah Williams, and Danny Bailey.

The Center Crime Stoppers Board members met in a regular meeting Tuesday, January 11, 2012 at 5:30pm at the Center Police Department. After discussing business Chairperson, David Hailey presented Bill Lloyd from Port-A-Cool with a plaque for the company's donation of $1500. Port-A-Cool is now a Platinum Sponsor of Center Crime Stoppers.

The Center Crime Stoppers program is funded by private donations and fund raising. No Tax Dollars are involved. The reward money paid out by the program is from fund raising and donations from concerned citizens and businesses.

We ask YOU to help us make our community a safer place to live and work. Please consider making a donation to our program.

To become a sponsor you can email Center.CrimeStoppers@yahoo.com and they will get back to you with information about how to proceed.

Our Sponsorship Levels are as follows:

Bronze: $100
Certificate

Silver: $250
Small Plaque, Banner Ad, and Logo

Gold: $500
Medium Plaque, Banner Ad, and Logo

Platinum: $1000 and Up
Large Plaque, Banner Ad, and Logo

Theft of a Welding Rig - January 18, 2012

Update: Thank you Shelby County residents! Information received regarding this theft is as follows:

A witness reports seeing the theft of this trailer and welding rig on Jan. 9, 2012 just before 4:00 p.m. The witness observed two hispanic males take the trailer and welding rig in this case. They are described as follows: Hispanic male 60 years of age wearing a black cowboy hat, light blue shirt, blue jeans, and brown cowboy boots. The other was a hispanic male in his 20's wearing a straw hat, black cowboy boots with white on the tops of the boots. His pants were tucked inside his boots. He was wearing a black shirt and jeans.

They left the residence pulling the trailer with a late model white pickup. The younger man drove. The truck had damage to the right front fender and right headlight. It had chrome wheels with spinners or something similar in the center of the wheel. It had an image of a bass fish and a buck deer with antlers in the rear window and part of one window may have been broken. They left on U.S. 84 headed towards Tenaha.

Now Shelby County let's finish this case by catching these thieves and getting that property back to the owner. Someone out there knows these guys and I need to hear from you. Your information will be kept confidential. Please call Constable Hearnsberger at 936 269-3839.

Sometime around Jan. 12, 2012 a black 10' to 12' trailer carrying a welding machine was stolen from a residence on C. R. 3798 in Joaquin. On the trailer was a Red-D-Arc ZR8 welding machine. The trailer had small type wheels that are different from each other in appearance. The welding machine may have a very slight amount of yellow paint particles on the radiator. Also on the trailer was a cutting torch that was kept in a 6" pipe that was approx. 24" long with a lid that flipped over. It was transported on two small lawnmower type wheels. On the front of the trailer is an aluminum tool box that runs the width of the trailer and opens with one single lid. The trailer has oblong tail lights. The trailer also has two 14" - 16" pieces of pipe on the back that contains the leads. The trailer also has a 6' piece of channel iron that runs across the back. Also taken was assorted rods and hand tools and (3) Black and Decker grinders. This loss is valued at $6000.00. Anyone having information regarding this theft is asked to contact Constable Billy Hearnsberger at 936 269 3839. Your information will be kept confidential.

Cash Reward for information leading to Arrest - January 9, 2012
Press Release

Sometime between Friday, January the 6th and Monday, January the 9th unknown suspect(s) went to the back side of the Center Police storage building. Once there the suspect(s) used tools to pry open and tear a man size whole in the back side of the building. The suspect(s) then entered the building and caused an undetermined amount of criminal mischief while also committing theft as well. Texas Rangers were called to assist Center Police Department Detectives in the investigation.

If you have any information about this crime, please call Center Crime Stoppers at 936-598-SAFE or send a web tip to www.centercrimestoppers.com . Remember you don’t have to give your name because you will receive a number when you call. You could earn up to $1,000.00 in reward money if your information leads to the arrest of the suspect(s).

Tenaha Local Wanted by Desoto Parish Sheriff's Office - December 30, 2011

Chadwick B. Christian of Tenaha, Texas is a wanted felon out of Desoto Parish. Christian is wanted for probation violation. Christian, 34, is described as a white male, 5'06 tall and weighing 135lbs.

Desoto Parish Crime Stoppers is offering a reward up to $1000 for information that results in the suspects arrest, anyone with information is asked to call the Crime Stoppers line at 1-800-505-STOP(7867) all calls are confidential or contact the Desoto Parish Sheriff’s Office at (318)872-3956, SGT. Chato Atkins.

Burglary of Habitation in New Harmony - December 28, 2011

Sometime between the date of 12/23 to 12/24/2011 between the times 9:00pm and 4:30am an unknown person or persons entered a residence belonging to Walter Cartwright located in the New Harmony Community on County Road 2603. The person entered the residence through a small bathroom window. Once inside three money bags was stolen with assorted change in them along with a fire proof safe containing assorted important papers. Evidence was taken at the scene and being processed at this time. Anyone with any information about this case or any other cases including the illegal sale of narcotics please contact Center Crime Stoppers at 936-598-7233 or at my numbers provided below.

Thank You,
Constable Shad Sparks Pct 2
936-590-9230

Pine Terrace Burglary - December 13, 2011

On Monday the 12th 2011 Center Police Department Officers were dispatched to Pine Terrace in regards to burglary of motor vehicles. One complainant reported that sometime in the night of Sunday the 11th 2011 and the morning of the 12th unknown suspect(s) entered his vehicle and took three firearms from his vehicle, they are described as one Remington 243 rifle, a Remington 3006 and a Smith and Wesson 357 revolver. Another complainant reported that during the same time an unknown suspect(s) entered her vehicle and took a pink Apple I-Pod with a jeweled case, a small black bag with a Stella and Dot gold heart necklace and an orange pumpkin bowl containing assorted change. If you have any information about this crime Call 936-598-SAFE or send a web tip to www.centercrimestoppers.com. You could earn up to $1,000.00 if your information leads to the recovery of the property or arrest of the offender(s). And remember you don’t have to give your name. The Center Police Department would like to give the citizens of Center Texas and Shelby County the few tips that can reduce your odds of being a victim during the holidays.

(1) Keep your home well lit and keep your cars in a well a lit area.

(2) Lock the doors of the vehicle

(3) Report to your the local law enforcement any strange people that are hanging around in your area that you know don not live there.

(4) Take all your valuables out of your vehicle such as guns, laptops, I-pods, purses ect.

DeSoto Crime Stoppers Felon of the Week - December 6, 2011

DeSoto Parish Crime Stoppers Felon of the Week Program is asking for the public’s help in locating/identifying suspect(s) wanted from the DeSoto Parish Area.

Angela Washington

Shay Lee Ann Dooley

Shay Lee Ann Dooley 166 Lake Shore Dr. Converse, LA 71049. Dooley is wanted for illegal possession of a stolen firearm. Dooley is described as a female, white 5'05" tall and weighing 160lbs. Dooley is 22 years of age.

Angela Washington 2509 Williamsburg Dr. LaPlace, LA 70068. Washington is wanted for illegal possession of stolen things. Washington is described as female, Black 5'04" tall and weighing 160lbs. Washington is 41 years of age.

Amber Frazier Center, TX 75935. Frazier is wanted for possession of schedule II and possession of drug paraphernalia. Frazier is described as a female, white 5'05" tall and weighing 150lbs. Frazier is 33 years of age.

Doneisha Reddix 507 Huson St. Mansfield, LA 71052. Reddix is wanted for unauthorized use of an access card and probation violation. Reddix is described as a female, black 5'03" tall and weighing 200lbs. Reddix is 32 years of age.

Amber Frazier

Doneisha Reddix

Desoto Parish Crime Stoppers is offering a reward up to 1000.00$ for information that results in the suspects arrest, anyone with information is asked to call the Crime Stoppers line at 1-800-505-STOP(7867) all calls are confidential or contact the Desoto Parish Sheriff’s Office at (318)872-3956, SGT. James Clements.

DeSoto Parish Crime Stoppers Felon of the Week - November 29, 2011

DeSoto Parish Crime Stoppers Felon of the Week Program is asking for the public’s help in locating/identifying suspect(s) wanted from the DeSoto Parish Area.

Ronald L. Brooks 403 Jacobs St. Mansfield, LA 71052. Brooks is wanted for theft over $1500. Brooks is described as a male, black 6'00" tall and weighing 165lbs. Brooks is 55 years of age.

Michael C Boyd II 664 Buffalo Rd. Mansfield, LA 71052. Boyd is wanted for probation violation and simple burglary. Body is described as a male, white 5'11" tall and weighing 130lbs. Boyd is 29 years of age.

Marvin Brown 300 Norwood Rd. Mansfield, LA 71052. Brown is wanted for parole violation. Brown is described as a male, black 5'08" tall and weighing 137lbs. Brown is 55 years of age.

Tommy B Price 350 CR 3427 Joaquin, TX 75954. Price is wanted for possession of schedule II with intent to distribute, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Price is described as a male, white 5'08" tall and weighing 145lbs. price is 19 years of age.

Desoto Parish Crime Stoppers is offering a reward up to 1000.00$ for information that results in the suspects arrest, anyone with information is asked to call the Crime Stoppers line at 1-800-505-STOP(7867) all calls are confidential or contact the Desoto Parish Sheriff’s Office at (318)872-3956, SGT. Chato Atkins.

Letter to the Editor (Family Heirloom Stolen) - November 22, 2011

On Saturday, November 19, 2011, a trunk was stolen from my Mother's residence on Rainbow Drive. The trunk is very special to her. It was given to her by her grandmother and the trunk itself has been in the family for 7 or 9 generations. The items in the trunk can not be replaced among some of the items was a purple heart metal from my great-grandfather. If you took the trunk or have any information of who took it, we will not press charges. We are offering a reward for the trunk and contents. If you have any information, please call Sarah Waller 936-332-0493 or Sheri Hribal 936-591-2366.

Sarah Waller
(Photo is not the stolen trunk but one simular to my grandmother's trunk)

(Crime Stoppers) If you have any information that would lead to an arrest, you could earn up to a thousand dollars cash reward while remaining totally anonymous. Call Center Crime stoppers at 936-598-SAFE or summit a web tip at www.centercrimestoppers.com.

Stolen Trailer from CR 3801 - October 10, 2011

On or around 10/7/2011 a 1992 Lufkin flatbed trailer was stolen from property on C. R. 3801. The trailer was 45' to 48' in length and had Texas tag # 13575Y on it at the time of theft. Anyone with information regarding this felony theft is asked to contact Pct. 3 Constable B. F. Hearnsberger at 936 269-3839. Your information will be kept confidential.

Center Crime Stoppers Organization to Pay First of Many Tip Rewards - October 9, 2011
Composed by J.J. Ford

Thursday morning, October 6, 2011 at 8:07am the Center Police Department arrested Steven Daniel Turner, 32 of Center. Turner had a warrant for his arrest for Forgery, Felony 3. The arrest was made possible due to a Crime Stoppers Tip submitted at 8:00am, just minutes before Turners arrest.

The individual who made the anonymous tip will receive a $375 tip reward! Center Crime Stoppers wants this to be the first of many rewards it will pay. If you have any information that would lead to an arrest, you could earn up to a thousand dollars cash reward while remaining total anonymous. Call Center Crime stoppers at 936-598-SAFE or summit a web tip at www.centercrimestoppers.com.

Sunday Morning Burglary at Family Dollar - October 9, 2011
Press Release

On Sunday, October 9, 2011 Center Police Department Police Officers responded to the Family Dollar Store in reference to a burglary. Officer reported that the suspect(s) disabled the alarm and pried open the side entrance door. Once inside the suspect(s) appeared to go straight to the money safe that was bolted to the floor. The suspect(s) pried the safe from the floor and loaded it on to a yellow dolly that was also taken from the back storage room. The safe is described as a 2’x 2’ (black) Bass Security safe.

If you have any information that would lead to the arrest of the suspect(s) responsible for the burglary, you could earn up to a thousand dollars cash reward while remaining total anonymous. Call Center Crime stoppers at 936-598-SAFE or summit a web tip at www.centercrimestoppers.com. And remember you don’t have to give your name.

Stolen Vehicle Discovered in Pond - September 29, 2011
Press Release

Shelby County Sheriff Newton Johnson reports on Thursday, September 15, 2011, the Shelby County Sheriff’s Department received a report of a vehicle in a pond. The vehicle was reported to be in a pond located on some property on CR #3659 near the Airport here in Center.

It was further reported the landowner was doing some work on the property and noticed the roof area of a vehicle visible in the water. The water level was low due to the lack of rainfall in the area which allowed the vehicle to be seen.

According to Sheriff Johnson, the vehicle was recovered from the pond by Hughes Wrecker Service and a check of the registration showed the vehicle had been reported stolen in 2001. The Dairyland County Mutual Insurance Company of Texas has been notified about the recovery of their insured vehicle. At the time of the vehicle theft the registered owner was a resident of Tenaha. The vehicle is a 1995 Ford Taurus 4-door sedan. It is unknown at this time how long the vehicle has been in the pond. This investigation is still open and anyone with information is asked to call the Shelby County Sheriff’s Department.

Church Burglarized in Shelbyville Area - September 23, 2011
Press Release, Shad Sparks

Sometime between Sunday, September 18th and Wednesday, September 21st, an unknown person or persons entered Bennett Chapel Church located in the New Harmony Community. Once inside the Church two coke machines were broken into at which time an undisclosed amount of money out of each machine was stolen. Evidence was obtained at the scene. If anyone has any information concerning this crime please contact me at the numbers provided below or Center Crime Stoppers at 936-598- (SAFE) 7233. All calls will remain anonymous.

Crime Stoppers Alert, 8 Vehicles Broken Into on Pine Terrace Edition - September 22, 2011
Press Release

On 08-21-2011, Center Police Department Officers responded to a burglary of a motor vehicle in the Pine Terrace Edition in Center Texas. Once there it was discovered during the night time or early morning hours, eight vehicles had been entered without the knowledge and consent of the owners. There were a number of items taken out of the vehicles and the suspect(s) are still at large. If you have any information about these crimes contact the Center Crime Stoppers at 396-598-SAFE or send a web tip at www.centercrimestoppers.com. Earn Cash for information!!! And remember, you remain totally anonymous because you don’t have to give your name.

Help Needed to Solve Theft of Camouflage Box Stand - September 22, 2011
Press Release

Sometime in the month of September unknown suspect(s) entered the Hawkeye Hunting club and took a 48’’X48” wooden, camouflage box stand with a green metal roof. If you have any information about this theft contact the Center Crime Stoppers at 396-598-SAFE or send a web tip at www.centercrimestoppers.com. Cash for information!!! And remember, you remain totally anonymous because you don’t have to give your name.

Law Enforcement Vehicle Burglarized; Weapons and ID Stolen - September 21, 2011
Composed by J.J. Ford

A Panola County Sheriff's Department vehicle was burglarized during the night of September 20th. Items taken included a M-16 fully automatic with 10 inch barrel, a Mosberg 12 gauge pump shotgun, Walther 380 pistol, ballistic raid vest, Panola County badge, Panola County SO id card and a Carthage Police Department id card, and other personal items.

If you have any information relating to this crime, please contact the Panola County Sheriff's Department at 903-693-0333.

Hay Stolen in Precinct Three

Constable Billy Hearnsberger for Shelby County Precinct 3 reported an unknown person or persons stole approximately 14 large rolls of hay from a pasture on C. R. 3290 in Precinct Three 3 - 4 weeks ago. Just reported is the theft of 150 square bales of hay taken from a barn on C.R. 3000 within the last 10 days. Hearnsberger would very much appreciate any information anyone could give him regarding this theft. Your information will be kept confidential. Constable Hearnsberger can be contacted at 936 269 3839.

Center PD Investigating Hate Crime

On Sunday, December the 5th, 2010, at approximately 6:54am Center Police Officers responded to a fire at Harry’s Smoke House located on Cora Street, Center, Texas. Officers arrived to find flames and smoke rolling from the roof of the restaurant. The Center Fire Department arrived and fought the fire putting the flames out. It was then reported by the Firefighters that we were dealing with arson. Firefighters advised that an unknown suspect(s) entered the restaurant and wrote racial slurs throughout the building. The ATF was notified and is working closely with the Center Police Department Detectives. Due to the nature of this crime, this is being investigated as a hate crime. If you know who is responsible for this crime or have any information on this or any crime, your help will be greatly appreciated. Contact Detective Stroud at 598-4244.