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3 days ago
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Dirty John Mugshots: Denton County's Dirtiest Dudes
Five men remain in custody at the Denton County Jail as of May and early June following a string of arrests tied to sexual misconduct, child exploitation, and immigration-related detainers. Formal charges and indictments are pending in each case. If convicted, several of the men face both state and federal consequences. Note: These individuals have been arrested for alleged crimes and are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law 1. Schuchardt, Peter A Peter A. Schuchardt, 56, was arrested on May 22, 2025, by the Corinth Police Department. DOB: July 19, 1967 Height: 5'9 | Weight: 175 | Race: White Charge: Indecent Exposure With Previous Conviction (IAT) A prior conviction can enhance this to a state jail felony, punishable by up to 1 year in jail and a $4,000 fine. 2. Sanders, Christopher W Christopher W. Sanders, 26, was arrested on May 18, 2025, by the Carrollton Police Department. DOB: August 12, 1998 Height: 5'9 | Weight: 160 | Race: Black Charges: Assault Causing Bodily Injury | Assault on a Public Servant | Indecent Assault Legal Exposure: Sanders faces up to 10 years for assaulting a public servant (third-degree felony), plus between 1-10 years for indecent assault (depending on the alleged victim's age) and up to 1 year for misdemeanor assault—a potential maximum of 21 years if he is convicted and the sentences are stacked. 3. Cruz Carrillo, Fabian Fabian Cruz Carrillo, 47, was booked by Corinth police on May 6, 2025, and is subject to an ICE hold. DOB: December 18, 1977 Height: 5'4 | Weight: 160 | Race: White ICE Detainer (This type of detainer is an administrative request from a federal immigration agency, asking that the suspect be held for up to an additional 48 hours so that they can be taken into federal custody. This does not mean that they are necessarily guilty of any immigration crime; however, these types of containers are often used for illegal aliens.) Charges: Indecent Assault | Injury to a Child/Elderly/Disabled (Reckless Bodily Injury) Carrillo faces between 1-10 years for indecent assault (depending on the alleged victim's age) and up to 10 years for allegedly injuring a Child/Elderly/Disabled person, plus possible federal deportation proceedings. 4. Cordova, Carl J Carl J. Cordova, 24, was arrested on May 24, 2025, by the Denton County Sheriff's Office. DOB: August 25, 2000 Height: 5'4 | Weight: 170 | Race: Asian Charges: Attempted Indecency With a Child by Contact (Lesser Included) | Online Solicitation of a Minor Cordova could face up to 10 years for attempted indecency and up to 20 years for online solicitation (depending on the alleged victim's age), for a total potential sentence of up to 30 years. 5. Beltran Avila, Marcos E Marcos E. Beltran Avila, 28, was arrested May 21, 2025, by the Montague County Sheriff's Office and is also under an ICE detainer. DOB: December 29, 1996 Height: 5'10 | Weight: 115 | Race: White ICE Detainer (This type of detainer is an administrative request from a federal immigration agency, asking that the suspect be held for up to an additional 48 hours so that they can be taken into federal custody. This does not mean that they are necessarily guilty of any immigration crime; however, these types of containers are often used for illegal aliens.) Charges: Online Solicitation of a Minor | Sexual Performance by a Child | Possession of Child Pornography | Theft ($750–$2,500) Beltran Avila faces up to 20 years for sexual performance by a child, 10 years for online solicitation, 10 years for child pornography, and 1 year for theft—adding up to a possible 40+ years, plus immigration consequences.
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04-04-2025
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McDonough man arrested for kidnapping ex-girlfriend outside workplace
The Brief Julius Anthony Victor Bass was arrested for forcibly kidnapping his ex-girlfriend outside her workplace, and police found a handgun and drugs in his vehicle. The victim was able to alert police through her current boyfriend, who tracked her phone's location, leading to Bass's arrest during a traffic stop. Bass faces multiple felony charges, including kidnapping with bodily injury, possession of a firearm during certain crimes, and robbery by sudden snatching. CARROLLTON, Ga. - A McDonough man is facing multiple felony charges after Carrollton police say he forcibly kidnapped his ex-girlfriend outside her workplace on Wednesday. Police say he was later found with a handgun and drugs in his vehicle. What we know An officer with the Carrollton Police Department was dispatched to Dixie Street on the morning of April 2 after a man reported that he had been on the phone with his girlfriend when the call abruptly disconnected. The woman had reportedly told him she couldn't talk and that someone had taken her phone. The caller was able to track the phone's location in real time and alerted police as it moved near the Carroll County Courthouse. Police identified a black 2008 Honda Odyssey as the likely suspect vehicle and conducted a traffic stop on Mandeville Avenue. Inside the van, officers found the missing woman and the driver, identified as 36-year-old Julius Anthony Victor Bass. Police said the woman appeared frightened and upset and told officers that Bass, her ex-boyfriend, had taken her against her will earlier that morning. What they're saying She told police that Bass had been waiting in the parking deck when she arrived at work. When she saw him, she tried to drive away. "He jumped on top of her vehicle," police said. The victim remained on the phone with her current boyfriend during the incident. "She drove away and saw Bass walking back toward his vehicle," according to the report. "She waited and then circled back around to park and go inside. When she got out of her vehicle, she stated Bass 'popped out of nowhere,' grabbed her phone, pushed her to the ground and physically forced her into his vehicle under threat." She also told police that Bass had a firearm. A search of the van turned up a handgun and a quantity of marijuana, police said. What's next Bass was arrested and booked into the Carroll County Jail. He is charged with kidnapping with bodily injury, possession of a firearm during certain crimes, stalking, possession of marijuana, robbery by sudden snatching, and driving with a suspended tag. What we don't know It is not clear if Bass has retained legal representation. The Source The Carrollton Police Department provided the details for this article. The Carroll County Sheriff's Office provided the mug shot of Julius Anthony Victor Bass.
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17-03-2025
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44-year-old man accused of trafficking meth in Carroll County
Deputies said a man arrested during a traffic stop had more than just a suspended license. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Last month, Carrollton police began investigating Joshua Horton, 44, after he was suspected of distributing methamphetamine. On Feb. 13, Carrollton police and Haralson County authorities began tracking Horton's movements. Authorities learned Horton was driving into Haralson County with a suspended license, which led to deputies conducting a traffic stop. TRENDING STORIES: Fani Willis, Fulton DA's office given 30 days to pay $54K for open records act violations 'American Idol's' singing garbage man Doug Kiker dies Gwinnett 16-year-old missing for over 1 year found safe During the stop, deputies said the 44-year-old had a trafficking amount of meth. As authorities continued their investigation, they executed a search warrant at Horton's motel room in Carrollton. During the search, officials said they found 28 ounces of meth. Horton was arrested and booked into the Haralson County Jail. He faces additional charges in Carroll County for trafficking meth. 'The Carrollton Police Department remains committed to targeting illegal drug distribution and ensuring the safety of our community,' the department said. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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17-03-2025
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44-year-old man accused of trafficking meth in Carroll County
Deputies said a man arrested during a traffic stop had more than just a suspended license. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Last month, Carrollton police began investigating Joshua Horton, 44, after he was suspected of distributing methamphetamine. On Feb. 13, Carrollton police and Haralson County authorities began tracking Horton's movements. Authorities learned Horton was driving into Haralson County with a suspended license, which led to deputies conducting a traffic stop. TRENDING STORIES: Fani Willis, Fulton DA's office given 30 days to pay $54K for open records act violations 'American Idol's' singing garbage man Doug Kiker dies Gwinnett 16-year-old missing for over 1 year found safe During the stop, deputies said the 44-year-old had a trafficking amount of meth. As authorities continued their investigation, they executed a search warrant at Horton's motel room in Carrollton. During the search, officials said they found 28 ounces of meth. Horton was arrested and booked into the Haralson County Jail. He faces additional charges in Carroll County for trafficking meth. 'The Carrollton Police Department remains committed to targeting illegal drug distribution and ensuring the safety of our community,' the department said. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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17-02-2025
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Tip leads to arrest of convicted felon in metro Atlanta found with surplus of drugs
The Carrollton Police Department is praising one of its own after arresting a known drug dealer in the area. On January 27, Cpl. Brady Spruell received intel informing him about drug activity linked to a specific home and vehicle operating in Carroll County. After receiving the intel, Spruell located the suspect's vehicle and performed a traffic stop after the suspect committed multiple traffic violations. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The suspect, Reoccus Rowe, a convicted felon and known drug distributor attempted to flee on foot from Spruell, but he was quickly arrested. A search of Rowe's vehicle revealed a significant number of illegal drugs, including 125 ecstasy pills, 534 grams of marijuana, 11 grams of Psilocybin mushrooms, 116 oxycodone pills, a digital scale, and packaging materials. Rowe was on felony probation for narcotics distribution at the time of his arrest. TRENDING STORIES: Family of teacher who vanished on Lake Oconee releases statement Lightning strike sparks fire at home of the Legionaries of Christ Tesla driver accused of firing shots during road rage incident along Cartersville highway He was arrested and now faces new charges, including trafficking ecstasy, marijuana with intent to distribute, oxycodone with intent to distribute, mushrooms with intent to distribute, obstruction, failure to stop at a stop sign and failure to maintain lane. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
