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Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Yahoo
Lufkin police investigate targeted shooting in residential area
LUFKIN, Texas (KETK) – The Lufkin Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in a residential neighborhood on Wednesday afternoon. Houston County Sheriff's Office arrest suspects in connection to death of 16-year-old teen According to officials, the shooting occurred around 1:30 p.m. outside a home near Wilson and Culverhouse streets. The suspects were seen driving a gray four door Nissan sedan according to Lufkin PD. Nobody was injured during the shooting and officials believe this was a targeted incident. Witnesses were unable to identify a suspect and Lufkin PD is still seeking information. Anyone with any information about the incident is encouraged to call CrimeStoppers at 639-TIPS or contact the Police Department's non-emergency number at 633-0359. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to |
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Yahoo
Body of man missing from boat found in lake near Lufkin, officials say
LUFKIN, Texas (KETK) – The Lufkin Police Department said they've recovered the body of a man who was reported missing from his boat at Kurth Lake on Tuesday. AFFIDAVIT: Parent arrested for giving vodka-laced Jell-O shots to kids at Tyler elementary Christmas party According to officials, the Angelina County Sheriff's Office, Lufkin PD, divers with the Nacogdoches County Sheriff's Office, the Lufkin Fire Department and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Wardens responded to reports of a man missing from his boat at around 1 p.m. The boat was found empty in a cove on Kurth Lake prompting first responders to deploy rescue boats and drones to search the water for anyone who had been on the boat. Divers responded to Kurth Lake and a man's body was found not too far away from where the boat was discovered, Lufkin PD said. Angelina County Pct. 4 Justice of the Peace Rodney Cheshire has ordered an autopsy for the man's body. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Motorcyclist in critical condition after Lufkin crash, police say
LUFKIN, Texas (KETK) – The Lufkin Police Department said a motorcyclist has been flown to a hospital in Tyler after a crash on West Frank Street on Saturday. Military officials identify 2 Marines killed in crash during border deployment According to Lufkin PD, the crash happened in the 1600 block of West Frank Street at around 12:45 p.m. when a gray 2015 Honda Pilot and a motorcycle collided. The Honda was heading east and started to turn left from the middle lane but stopped when officials said the driver saw the motorcycle heading east in the inside lane. Lufkin PD reported that the motorcyclist tried to swerve to avoid the stopped Honda but crashed into the back passenger side of the car. The motorcyclist sustained life-threating injuries in the crash and had to be stabilized before they could be flown to a hospital in Tyler. The driver appeared to be in critical condition after the crash, according to Lufkin PD. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Legislator proposes Audrii Law to strengthen sex offender guidelines
POLK COUNTY, Texas (KETK)- A bill is being proposed in Texas that is meant to eliminate a legal loophole that is allowing sexual predators to avoid registering as sex offenders. The bill is in memory of an 11-year-old East Texas girl who was tragically murdered in 2024. Suspect admits to killing 2 men in missing persons case, Lufkin PD say Audrii Cunningham was the subject of a Feb. 15, 2024 Amber Alert after she never showed up to school at Creekside Elementary. Officials said they found Audrii's body in the Trinity River on Feb. 20 near the Polk and San Jacinto county line under State Highway 59 south. After Cunningham's disappearance it was discovered that she was kidnapped and murdered by Don McDougal, who was a family friend and lived on the family's property. Following Cunningham's death, McDougal was charged with capital murder and will be spending the remainder of his life in prison without the possibility of parole. Texarkana man arrested for damaging Tesla with mini four-wheeler, police say In 2007, McDougal was charged with indecency of a child but was charged with a lesser offense that did not require him to register as a sex offender. The bill titled Audrii's Law would force those found guilty of child grooming to register as sex offenders and make their crimes available to the public. The bill is being proposed by Texas House Representative Trent Ashby, who is a part of district nine. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Yahoo
Man arrested in connection to multiple robberies in Lufkin
LUFKIN, Texas (KETK) – The Lufkin Police Department has arrested a man they said is connected to multiple recent robberies. 5 arrested in Canton after attempted burglary At around 10:40 a.m. on Friday, Lufkin PD officers responded to a reported robbery at Western Finance on S Chestnut St. An employee had reported that a man reaching into his pocket was demanding money and had stated that he didn't want anyone to get hurt. Lufkin PD said the man left the business after the employee gave him the money he was demanding. While officers were at Western Finance getting a description of the man and his vehicle, another robbery attempt was reported from Covington Credit on Wednesday Frank Ave. The officers started searching the area and then found a matching silver Ford Explorer near an apartment complex on S John Reddit Dr. A man matching the description from the Western Finance robbery was then found in a nearby apartment, according to Lufkin PD. Antonio Jerome Mitchell, 46 of Alto, was then arrested and interviewed by Lufkin PD's Investigations Division. Lufkin PD said the division was able to secure a confession from Mitchell for Friday's robbery at Western Finance and the attempted robbery at Covington Credit. 'Because of the officers' keen observation and rapid action, Mitchell was apprehended shortly after the incidents,' a Lufkin PD post said. The patrol team's quick response prevented further escalation, demonstrating their commitment to keeping our community safe.' Lufkin PD said Mitchell's description matched the description of the person who robbed Payment One Financial on Brentwood Dr. on Feb. 28. Officials added that they believe Mitchell is connected to a recent robbery in Alto as well. 'LPD is proud of its patrol officers for their vigilance and rapid response in spotting and apprehending the suspect, and equally impressive is the work of the Investigations Division. All four incidents—three in Lufkin and one in Alto—remain under active investigation as LPD continues to ensure all details are thoroughly examined. The department extends its gratitude to the public for their cooperation. The Lufkin Police Department remains steadfast in its mission to protect and serve, and this successful operation is a testament to the skill and dedication of our officers.' Lufkin Police Department. Mitchell is currently being held in the Angelina County Jail on two counts of aggravated robbery. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
