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5 days ago
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Crockett woman arrested for allegedly selling fentanyl-laced fake pills leading to a man's death
Crockett, Texas (KETK) – A woman in Crockett has been arrested after allegedly selling counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl that led to a man's death. The Crockett Police Department said that they received reports of an unresponsive man on May 21 and went to the person's apartment on Sallas Street at around 11 p.m. Once on the scene, officers along with Houston County EMS discovered the individual had died, which was believed to be caused by a drug overdose. Woman accused of stealing wig from corpse at Tyler funeral home Inside the victim's apartment, officers reported finding small blue pills marked 'M 30' which are known to resemble oxycodone or Percocet. Further investigation led officials to believe that the pills were counterfeit and contained fentanyl, causing the victim's death. Authorities discovered that the victim had bought the pills from Kimberlee Ann Sherman of Crockett and obtained an arrest warrant for Sherman on May 22. She was arrested later that day and charged with delivery of a controlled substance. The next day, Sherman posted a $25,000 bond and was released. The Crockett Police Department confirmed that the pills the victim purchased were counterfeit and contained fentanyl. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
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AFFIDAVIT: Houston County murdered teen found dead in river, missing left hand
Graphic Warning: The following contains graphic content that some might find disturbing. Discretion is advised. HOUSTON COUNTY, Texas (KETK) — An affidavit from the Houston County Sheriff's Office sheds new details on the with his left hand missing in early May. Officials believe Michael Ortiz was killed on April 29 in the area of Mt. Olive Baptist Church on County Road 4020 in Crockett. During the investigation, an eyewitness told the Crockett Police Department that she saw Emmanuel 'Manny' Mata, two juveniles and Edgar Hernandez, including his 2012 Ford Mustang, at the Mt. Olive Church on the night of the murder. 'On the night of April 29, the witness states that once she heard his [2012 Ford Mustang] she left her residence and made her way to the church,' the affidavit said. 'Once she arrived at the church, she was met by the two minors and Mata. All three men stated that she needed to get out of there, and she didn't want to be part of what was going on.' The witness explained to police that she didn't hear anything while she was there, and once the men told her to leave, she turned around and went home. Longview police search for wanted 32-year-old man considered 'armed and dangerous' By May 2, an elected official notified the sheriff's office that a search for Ortiz had begun where family members believed he had been killed. 'In [the elected official's] statement, he got to the bridge crossing a creek nearby and shined his light on the banks of the creek. [The official] stated that after searching the banks with his light, he observed what he thought was a body in the water, close to the bank,' the affidavit reads. Once officials arrived, they retrieved the body and confirmed it was Ortiz who had suffered extensive damage: 'Ortiz was missing his left hand and missing the majority of the skin on his left arm. Ortiz was also observed to have severe bruising to multiple areas of his entire body. Several severe lacerations were observed in the scalp.' The sheriff's office believes Ortiz had been assaulted with a metal pipe that was later found. 'While the deceased was being recovered, it was clear that Ortiz sustained major injuries from an assault.' An investigation into his murder then began, where officials found Ortiz's phone had pinged near the church. This led officials to believe there was a second crime scene. 'Suspected blood was observed and located at a storage building behind the Mt Olive Church on the entry door,' the affidavit said. 'Due to weather conditions from the time of the homicide, up to the time of the body being discovered, it had rained heavily, so there wasn't a lot of visible evidence.' According to the sheriff's office, investigators worked on May 3 and May 4 to interview potential persons of interest before they seized Hernandez's 2012 Ford Mustang on May 5. The following day, investigators seized two more vehicles they believe are connected to Ortiz's death. According to Hernandez, Ortiz went into his vehicle after being asked if he wanted to smoke, and they drove around Crockett, where they ended up at the church, where the blood was located at the door. 'Hernandez states that [redacted] hits Ortiz in the head with a gun and then Mata, [redacted], beat Ortiz with a metal pipe and their hands. Hernandez states that once Ortiz is no longer moving, the beating stops. Hernandez states that he hears Ortiz state he won't rob them anymore and begs them to stop. Hernandez states that the beating began in the building and ends up outside of the building. Once the beating is over, Michael is loaded into the back of the black truck.' Crockett man arrested after police chase ends in drug bust Hernandez, Mata and the two minors then head to the ditch where they dumped Ortiz's body, the affidavit said. 'Once Ortiz is in the ditch, everyone gets back into their vehicles they were in andleave,' the affidavit said. 'Hernandez states that he then drives his mustang to his RV and they discuss burning the bloody clothes.' According to the Houston County Sheriff's Office, Hernandez, Mata and the two minors were arrested for the murder of Ortiz. Hernandez and Mata are being held on a $2 million bond at a different location for their safety, and they continue to search for people suspected of being involved in Ortiz's death. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
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Arrest warrant issued for man involved in Crockett armed robbery
CROCKETT, Texas (KETK) – The Crockett Police Department has issued an arrest warrant for a man who is a suspect in an armed robbery that took place last week. Crockett PD searching for individuals after stolen truck used in armed robbery On April 22, the Crockett Police Department posted on their Facebook page that a 2020 Ram 3500 was stolen overnight from the 300 block of Cordell Street. During the investigation, detectives discovered that the stolen truck had been used in an armed robbery that occurred in the 1100 block of U.S. 287 in Grapeland, at the Ranch Express Convenience store. Jose Wilfredo Berrios, courtesy of the Crockett Police Department Police then issued an arrest warrant for 18-year-old Jose Wilfredo Berrios. According to officials, the warrant is for criminal trespass and unauthorized use of a vehicle. Additionally, the Grapeland Police Department issued an arrest warrant for Berrios, charging him with aggravated robbery, according to officials. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
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Crockett PD searching for individuals after stolen truck used in armed robbery
CROCKETT, Texas (KETK) — The Crockett Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying individuals involved in armed robbery while using a stolen truck. On Wednesday morning, the Crockett Police Department notified the public via a Facebook post that a 2020 Ram 3500 was stolen overnight from the 300 block of Cordell Street. SHERIFF: Longview doctor found dead just 2 days before sentencing hearing for sexual assault of child Shortly following the post, a deputy with the Houston County Sheriff's Office located the vehicle that had been abandoned in Grapeland on U.S. Highway 287 near the intersection of FM 227 in front of Grapeland Apartments. Courtesy of the Crockett Police Department After further investigation, detectives with the Crockett Police Department obtained information from the Grapeland Police Department that the stolen truck had been used in an armed robbery that occurred in the 1100 block of U.S. 287 in Grapeland, at the Ranch Express Convenience store. According to authorities, two individuals displayed handguns, stole the cash drawer and fled the scene in the stolen vehicle. The Crockett Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying those involved in the armed robbery and gathering further details on the stolen truck. Anyone with information can contact Detective Kerri Bell with CPD at 936-544-2021 or contact Lieutenant Bobby Bishop at 936-222-6583. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Deep East Texas Crime Stoppers by calling 936-639-TIPS or on their website at Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
