The Nacogdoches County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information on the whereabouts of Jacob Aaron Kessler who is wanted for Aggravated Sexual Assault of a child (X3) a first-degree felony. As of 07/17/2025, Kessler was listed on the Texas Department of Safety 10 most wanted fugitive in the State of Texas. Kessler last known address is […]
NACOGDOCHES, TX (July 8, 2025) – Authorities have disclosed the identity of the deceased individual involved in the major accident that took place at approximately 3:56 am this morning in the 3800 block of N. University Dr. The victim has been identified as Julissa Hernandez, a 21-year-old resident of Shelby County, TX. Currently, it is […]
With a sharp rise in boating-related fatalities and a spike in arrests for boating while intoxicated (BWI), Texas Game Wardens remind boaters to follow the rules and safety precautions that can help them avoid preventable accidents as they head to the water to beat the summer heat. As of June 30, Texas has experienced 59 water-related fatalities […]
As we approach the Fourth of July holiday, the Nacogdoches Police Department will be participating in the Independence Day STEP IDM Wave to help keep our roads safe. From June 26 through July 13, 2025, our officers will be out in full force, focusing on identifying and removing impaired drivers from the road. This increased […]
The Nacogdoches Police Department is still investigating the deaths of three family members in a home on Mystic Lane In Nacogdoches Thursday. The investigation is focusing on possible air pollutants in the home that might have caused the deaths. The Nacogdoches Fire Department and Center Point Energy are also assisting in the investigation. The deceased have been […]
NACOGDOCHES, TX (June 12, 2025) – Our criminal investigation division, in conjunction with fire department personnel, is currently on the scene of a death investigation in the 4300 block of Mystic Lane. Initially, we responded to the residence to perform a welfare check on the resident. Upon arrival, first responders found three adults deceased within […]
NACOGDOCHES, TX (June 11, 2025) – Authorities have confirmed the identity of the individual who tragically lost their life in the industrial train accident that took place on June 9th, 2025, in the 900 block of S. Fredonia St. The deceased has been identified as Robert Gardner, a 43-year-old resident of Lufkin, TX. Mr. Gardner […]
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