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Sept. 4, 2020
 
 
 
 
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Chambers County sheriff to serve as SAT Legislative Committee
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The Sheriffs' Association of Texas (SAT) announces that Chambers County Sheriff Brian Hawthorne will serve as the chair of its Legislative Committee for the next two legislative sessions. He was appointed by SAT President Sheriff Tom Maddox of Sabine County and President-elect Sheriff Kelly Rowe of Lubbock County. Hawthorne has worked as an advocate on behalf of the Sheriffs of Texas as a member of the SAT legislative committee for the last four sessions. He will continue to be a proponent on behalf of the Sheriffs of Texas as the chair of the committee.

Sheriff Hawthorne has extensive experience advocating on behalf of law enforcement professionals in the Texas Capitol. He has worked with the Executive branch, the 150 members of the State House, along with the Lieutenant Governor and the 31 members of the State Senate. Hawthorne also has a long history of working in a bi-partisan manner which is essential in bringing about progressive change.

Sheriff Hawthorne observed that it will be a difficult legislative session: "The COVID 19 pandemic, its impact on both the state and local budgets, the resulting shortfalls, and the necessary changes to the criminal justice system that we all recognize are needed, will make this the most challenging session that law enforcement has faced in decades," he said. "I, and the members of the Association, look forward to being a constructive part of the debate."
 
 
 
 
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In memory of ...
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Sheriffs' Association of Texas would like to honor the following individuals who have recently passed.

Sergeant Raul Salazar Jr.
Nueces County Sheriff's Office
July 19, 1968-Aug. 23, 2020
 
 
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Over 10 pounds of meth concealed in women's sandals leads to Wichita County drug arrest
Wichita Falls Times Record News
A Wichita Falls man suspected of involvement in the illegal drug trade was behind bars Monday after the seizure of over 10 pounds of methamphetamine and a lengthy investigation, according to the Wichita County Sheriff's Office and court documents. A package containing meth concealed in women's sandals was destined for a home in the 2200 block of Alice Avenue near Lamar Elementary School, leading to the execution of a search warrant, according to a probable cause affidavit.
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COVID-19 updates: State of Texas reports over 4,000 new cases and 189 deaths
WFAA-TV
The State of Texas reported 4,334 cases of COVID-19, of which 4,157 are considered new. This brings the statewide total to 621,667 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19, since tracking began in March. Health officials also reported 189 more Texans died from COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 12,870 deaths.
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Smith County sheriff's deputies provide an inside look at an arrest
KETK-TV
Law enforcement here in East Texas and across the country are under a microscope. This traffic stop ended peacefully but could have ended a lot differently. It was a high speed pursuit on County Road 1113 a few weeks ago. Smith county officials were trying to catch a man driving a stolen car. During the chase they reached speeds up to 100 mph in a residential area. Once the driver stopped, the deputies drew their weapons ordering him out of the vehicle. The driver was nervous and he reached for his visor. Deputies used their training, discipline and patience to de-escalate the situation. Even helping the man off the hot pavement.
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Travis County Sheriff's Office: Missing woman never returned after 'visiting a friend'
KCEN-TV
The Travis County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) is asking for the public's help finding Sara Joy Davis. The 36-year-old Davis left her two children with their father at his home on Aug. 27 and told him she was going to visit a friend, but never returned, TCSO said. A spokesperson for TCSO said Davis was last seen in the Wells Branch neighborhood in North Austin.
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Hidalgo County sheriff: Shooting investigation underway in Sullivan City, 1 dead
KVEO-TV
The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is looking for a white newer model Chevy Camaro in connection to a shooting that happened outside Sullivan City, Wednesday afternoon. Sheriff Eddie Guerra said his office received a call around 2:30 p.m. in regards to a shooting in rural Sullivan City. Both Sullivan City police and Hidalgo County deputies responded to the area.
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Police investigating bomb hoax at Texas pipeline construction site
Reuters
Federal and Texas law enforcement agencies are investigating a device made to look like a bomb placed at a construction site for a controversial natural gas pipeline on Tuesday, an official said. The Austin Police Department Bomb Squad determined the device to be a fake, Neal Leonard of the Blanco County Sheriff's Office said.
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Podcast: Promoting mental wellness in law enforcement
Police1
Blue H.E.L.P. is a nonprofit organization that collects law enforcement suicide data and supports families of officers who have died by suicide. In this podcast, host Jim Dudley talks with Karen Solomon, president and co-founder of Blue H.E.L.P., about the work of the organization to put a spotlight on the issue of mental wellness in law enforcement.
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Inmate violence: Countermeasures and controls
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Inmate violence is a given in correctional facilities. But what causes inmate violence, and what steps can staff take to reduce the chances of a violent encounter?
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Face shields versus face masks
U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
Face coverings, with their variety of forms and colors, are more than this summer's newest fashion statement. COVID-19 cases have exploded in the U.S., with no end in sight. Face coverings are one of our best protections against infection in the absence of a vaccine. Also necessary are physical distancing and hand hygiene.
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Revolver 101: Unloading double-action revolvers
Police1
A friend told me a story about a young officer in his department who made an arrest and confiscated a double-action revolver from the suspect, only to realize he didn’t know how to safely unload it. The youngster consulted a senior officer on the shift, who showed him how to unload the gun with a little bit of ribbing thrown in for good measure!
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