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SCSO investigating theft at Borders Cemetery

The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a theft that occurred at Borders Cemetery on CR 1023 in Center. On or about May 4, 2022, groundskeepers over the property noticed that a metal carport had been removed from the property. The carport is blue in color...

SCSO seeks former Huxley residents

The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the whereabouts of Jimmy Moore 58, and Wanda Moore 46, both of Huxley. Jimmy and Wanda Moore both have felony warrants for Prohibited Sexual Conduct (F-3). The SCSO is seeking assistance of the public with locating...

SCSO investigating recent theft

Leah Chase, Public Relations The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a theft that occurred in the 11000 block of State Highway 7 West (Excelsior School area) between Sunday, May 1 and Monday, May 2, 2022. A black bumper pull trailer bearing Texas plate...

Wednesday night pursuit ends in arrest

Leah Chase, SCSO Public Relations On April 20, 2022, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a deputy with the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office initiated a traffic stop on Highway 84 East in Joaquin. As the deputy tried to stop the vehicle, the driver of the car sped up and showed...

SCSO hosts training; local agencies attend

The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office hosted an active shooter training class February 21 – 22, 2022. The training was provided by DETCOG and designed specifically for school shootings. Local agencies that participated in the training included the Shelby County Sheriff’s...

SISD threat resolved; suspect identified

Shelby County Sheriff Kevin W. Windham reports that on Monday, February 21st, 2022, at approximately 11:30 AM, the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office received reports of a threat against Shelbyville Independent School District stating that the school would be “shot up.”...

SCSO seeks assistance with unidentified subject

UPDATE: THE SUSPECT HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AND A WARRANT HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR HIS ARREST. This would not have been possible without the assistance of the public. The SCSO greatly extends a thank you to all that helped identifying the suspect. The Shelby County Sheriff's...

SCSO seeking patrol deputy

The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is recruiting for the following positions: Patrol Deputy MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Must be 21 years of ageMust be a U.S. CitizenMust possess a valid Texas Drivers License (without restriction other than eyeglasses)Must be...

SCSO seeking whereabouts of Phillips

The Shelby County Sheriff's Office is seeking the whereabouts of Leray "Leroy" Afton Phillips. Phillips is described as a white male, 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighs approximately 240 pounds. Phillips was last seen at the Quick Stop in Joaquin. Phillips is often seen...

SCSO seeking assistance in identifying suspect

The Shelby County Sheriff's Office is asking for your assistance in identifying the suspect depicted in the photos. If you have information, please contact SCSO Lieutenant Investigator DJ Dickerson at (936) 572-0255. You can remain anonymous.