Pigeon drop scams warned by Baytown police this holiday season
Baytown police warn of pigeon drops and similar scams rising in holidays. A Saturday robbery target, a 21 year old man, involved two men who used a Walmart ride and a chance meeting at a gas station to pressure withdrawal of funds. Police urge caution, report tips to Baytown Crime Stoppers.
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Barking Pit Bull Spares Child On Red Cedar Bend Road
Police and animal control responded to 3500 block Red Cedar Bend Road after a pit bull barked at a nearby child. Officers concluded the dog did not threaten or harm the child and warned the owner to restrain the animal. No charges filed. Separately, a man and woman were arrested for soliciting without a permit in the 4500 block of Parkgrove Drive.
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Thefts Reported Across Baytown Areas Wednesday
Police Beat notes thefts from 2200 Buchanan Drive and 2600 North Alexander Drive and a wallet theft at Lee College. Forgery and five thefts noted, plus nine other arrests and reports. Major crash and three minor crashes investigated. Baytown police logged 28 offense reports and various incidents. Crime Stoppers offers anonymous tips with rewards.
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Baytown investigates possible dog cruelty case
Baytown police and animal control officers are probing a potential animal cruelty case after a dog on Midway Drive appeared malnourished. Officers found visible ribs and a green eye discharge. the 12 year old dog is in custody at a veterinary clinic. The owner says the dog is being fed and treated in another city. The case remains under investigation.
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Animal Control
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Indictment Charges 11 In Cocaine Conspiracy Case
The defendants include Victor Sotelo Morales and Sergio Ozuna Trevino among eleven named individuals. Charged with conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute over 5 kilograms of cocaine, the case stems from a November 15 grand jury in Memphis. Potential penalties include 10 years to life in prison and fines over $10 million with supervised release. U.S. Attorney Ed Stanton noted most defendants remain in federal custody. The case concludes a long-standing investigation into the Morales DTO that began in December 2010.
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Victor Sotelo Morales
Sergio Ozuna Trevino
Omar David Garza
Demetrius Greenwood
Rolando Herrera
Ruben Herrera
Juan Armando Montalvo
Pedro Perez
Jesus Sotelo
Franco Talley
Omar Vizcaya Velazquez
Memphis
Tennessee
U.S
Ed Stanton
Morales Dto
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