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Thieves take man's entire life savings By BENJAMIN SHARP news@leader-news.com Those responsible for breaking into Kelly Boedeker's CR 144 home took more than just his personal property - they took his life savings. The 5-foot tall gun safe the burglars stole was filled with deeds, life insurance policies, annuities and a sum of cash amassed over Boedeker's 50 years of lif... More ...
A southbound semi-truck hauling particle board came to a sudden stop on U.S. 59 near Pierce Monday afternoon when a tire blow out apparently sparked a roaring blaze. Wharton County Sheriff's Deputy Paul Rodgers was first on the scene and called for help. The driver was taken to El Campo Memorial H... More ... Police Blotter City Arrests Alcohol, drugs Marcus Lynell Earls, 18, of 1504 Able was arrested at 10:55 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14 on charges of possession of 2 ounces or less of marijuana, minor driving under the influence of alcohol, no driver's license, no insurance and unsafe backing after allegedly backing int... More ... COURT REPORTS Allegations of drug possession and driving while intoxicated with a child prompted action from the Wharton County Grand Jury as it gathered for December deliberations. A grand jury true bill or indictment does not mean a person is guilty of the crime they stand accused of in court. More ... Numerous felons plead guilty in District Court Previously listed as the El Campo Police Department's Most Wanted man, one local will spend the next five years being closely watched. Roger Ray Vernon, 51, of 216 Olive pleaded guilty to a theft charge. District Judge Randy Clapp sentenced him to 30 days behind county bars as well as five years... More ... |
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