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Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Yahoo
Gun Barrel City PD arrests man for threatening to shoot up Walmart
GUN BARREL CITY, Texas (KETK) – The Gun Barrel City Police Department said they've arrested a man after he allegedly threatened to shoot up a local Walmart on Saturday. Longview PD arrests man after standoff, domestic violence incident Officers with Gun Barrel City PD responded to reported threats made against the Walmart at 1200 W Main Street at around 6:33 p.m. on Saturday. Once inside, Gun Barrel City PD said officers found an armed man who had threatened to 'shoot up' the store. John Thomas Martin, 22 of Kerrville, was identified by officials as the man allegedly making the threats against the Walmart. The responding officers reportedly found a Glock 10mm handgun, three magazines, an extended magazine, 63 rounds of 10mm ammunition, shooting ear plugs and a ballistic vest in Martin's possesion. Martin was arrested and charged with terroristic threat, a 3rd degree felony, and unlawful carrying of a weapon, which is a class A misdemeanor. He's currently being held in the Henderson County Jail on a total bond of $1,025,000. 'The Gun Barrel City Police Department would like to thank the citizens that came forward to report this suspicious behavior to Walmart staff. SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING. These actions and the Officers response truly prevented a very dangerous outcome.' Gun Barrel City Police Department Officials are currently trying to contact the people who told store employees about the threats and any other witnesses to the threats. Witnesses are asked to call Gun Barrel City PD at 903-887-7151 or email investigator Ruiz at Aruiz@ Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Yahoo
Gun Barrel City police arrest armed man wearing ballistic vest at Walmart
The Brief An armed 22-year-old man was arrested on Saturday evening in Gun Barrel City, Texas. Police say he was threatening to "shoot up the store." The man had a handgun, 63 rounds in 3 magazines and was wearing a ballistic vest. GUN BARREL CITY, Texas - The Gun Barrel City Police arrested an armed 22-year-old man at Walmart on Saturday evening. The man is accused of threatening to "shoot up the store," police said. Gun Barrel City is in Henderson County, southeast of Dallas. Police were called to the Walmart on Main Street in Gun Barrel City around 6:30 p.m. When the police arrived, they found John Thomas Martin, of Kerrville, inside the store. Investigators found Martin was carrying a Glock 10MM semi-automatic black handgun, three magazines, one extended magazine, shooting ear plugs and wearing a ballistic vest under his hoodie. He was carrying a total of 63 rounds of 10mm. Martin was arrested and charged with terroristic threat and unlawful carrying of a weapon. Jail records show he was arrested in 2022 and charged with terroristic threat and was released to another agency, possibly in Kerr County. A bond has not yet been set, according to jail records. What they're saying The Gun Barrel City Police Department would like to thank the citizens that came forward to report this suspicious behavior to Walmart staff. These actions and the officers' response truly prevented a very dangerous outcome. What you can do The Gun Barrel City Police Department is currently looking for these individuals that notified store employees along with anyone that may have been witnesses to this offense to contact the Gun Barrel City Police Department at 903-887-7151 or email Investigator Ruiz at Aruiz@ The Source Information in this article is from the Gun Barrel City Police Department.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Yahoo
Gun Barrel City PD looking to help ‘all broken hearts' this Valentine's Day
GUN BARREL CITY, Texas (KETK) — The Gun Barrel City Police Department is calling 'all broken hearts' this February with their own Valentine's special. Gun Barrel PD is accepting reservations this Valentine's Day for those 'not-so-sweet' exes, with their Valentine's special including: A pair of platinum bracelets Complimentary transportation with a chauffer A minimum one-night stay in their 'luxurious five-star' designed by state inmates Private suite with a bathroom and shower Professional glamour shots Two-piece orange suit designed by state inmates Private security 24/7 Valentine's dinner Name a cockroach after your ex for Valentine's Day, watch a gator eat it Officials said whether an ex-valentine has outstanding warrants, unpaid tickets, missed court appearances or a history of criminal activities, they want to know about their illegal behavior and lifestyle. 'We know this offer is so irresistible, share it with friends,' Gun Barrel PD said. 'We completely understand—it's too good to pass up, our operators are standing by!' The department said if a 'special ex' meets one of these requirements then to call their operators at 903-887-7151 with the ability to remain anonymous. 'Don't worry if they aren't in Gun Barrel City we have Cupids that are everywhere and are happy to help,' Gun Barrel PD said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
