A fatal three-vehicle collision Tuesday on Highway 59 northbound at County Road 221 resulted in a closure for several hours. One casualty has been reported, with identity withheld pending family notification. Traffic was rerouted due to debris, with TXDOT and local fire departments managing the scene. Delays continued for an additional hour.
El Campo residents are reminded to register by the end of today to vote in the May 4th City Election. Eligibility requires U.S. citizenship, county residency, being 18 or older, and not having certain legal disqualifications. The city collaborates with Wharton County for election services, and voter registration status can be verified online.
In Rosenberg, authorities seek a missing teenage girl. Amy Boudreaux, 15, disappeared Monday morning near Cedar Road by Highway 36 and the Southwest Freeway. Described as 5 feet 7 inches tall, 110 pounds, with blue eyes, brown hair, and a scar on her left shoulder. Anyone with information is asked to contact Rosenberg Police Department.
Last week, authorities in Lavaca County apprehended a suspect in an ongoing case. Andres Almazan stands accused of Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child under 14. The initial report dates back to September 2008. Currently, he is detained at the Lavaca County Jail with a bond set at $250,000.
In Victoria County, deputies apprehended a 22-year-old individual on Monday. Identified as Joe Villarreal, the suspect faces charges of Burglary of a Home and Burglary of a Home with Intent for another Felony. Presently, he resides in the Victoria County Jail with a bond set at $90,000.
Victoria County has declared April as Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month, acknowledging over 1,000 abuse reports last year. The Hope Child Advocacy Center’s Executive Director, Megan Gumm, emphasizes community unity to end abuse. Meanwhile, Vietnam Veterans of America propose a helicopter monument at Patriot Park, pending county approval
The Matagorda Bay Foundation advises locals to keep watch for items washing up on beaches! NOAA Fisheries is conducting a Sea Turtle Drift Study. They’ll release neon-colored wooden blocks, each with a GPS tracker, into the northern Gulf of Mexico waters. If you spot these blocks, don’t disturb them. Instead, contact NOAA. If a block … Read more
In Bay City, reports have surfaced of vendors going door-to-door, attempting to persuade residents to switch utility companies. The police department reminds citizens that legitimate utility workers should possess a state license and ID. Residents are urged to exercise caution, remembering that they are not obligated to answer their doors, and to stay informed for … Read more
Crossroads is set to receive millions in energy revenues for hurricane protection. The U.S. Department of the Interior has allocated funds to five counties, with Matagorda receiving the largest share of $1.473 million. Calhoun, Victoria, Jackson, and Refugio counties will also benefit. This funding is made possible by the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act
El Campo Police detained two suspects last Wednesday. Chad McMillian, 36, faces charges including Aggravated Assault with a Weapon and is held at Wharton County Jail on a $72,500 bond. Shayna Cook, 34, also charged with Aggravated Assault with a Weapon, is in the same jail with a $50,000 bond.