Nacogdoches, TX – February 7, 2026 – The Nacogdoches County Sheriff’s Office reported a busy day of bookings on February 5, with nine individuals arrested on a range of charges from misdemeanors to felonies. The arrests, detailed in the office’s daily summary report, highlight ongoing issues with theft, drug possession, and traffic violations in the area. Several of those detained have since been released, while others remain confined.
Among the notable cases were three young women, all listed with addresses at 118 Griffith Hall in Nacogdoches – a residence hall associated with Stephen F. Austin State University – who were booked on theft charges around the same time in the late afternoon. Authorities suggest this may stem from a single incident, possibly shoplifting, though details remain limited as investigations continue.
Keralyn Na-Shae Randolph, 18, was arrested at 19:16 and charged with theft of property valued between $100 and $750, a Class B misdemeanor. She was released early the next morning at 01:26 on February 6.
Gabriella Alejandra Trevino, 19, faced the same charge after her booking at 19:23. She was also released shortly after midnight on February 6, at 01:25.
Samantha Rachelle Vilanova, 19, was booked at 19:38 on two counts: theft of property between $100 and $750, and possession of marijuana under 2 ounces, both Class B misdemeanors. Her release followed at 01:26 on February 6.
In other arrests:
- Kimberly Sims Barbee, 51, of 384 County Road 246, was booked at 18:51 for driving while intoxicated, a Class B misdemeanor. She was released later that evening at 20:43.
- Wesley Ray Lakey, 55, of 169 Noseworthy Road in Huntington, was arrested at 11:30 on a third-degree felony charge of bail jumping and failure to appear. He remains confined.
- Margaret Ann Matthews, 58, of 619 NE Stallings Drive, was booked at 15:46 for theft of property under $2,500 with two or more previous convictions, a state jail felony. She is currently confined, serving time.
- Matthew Cody Mayo, 33, of 2321 State Highway 149 in Carthage, faced charges at 13:06 for unlawful carrying of a weapon (Class A misdemeanor) and possession of marijuana under 2 ounces (Class B misdemeanor). He was released at 23:16 that day.
- Joseph Darren Rodgers, 35, of 9901 Pleasant Ridge Drive in Frankston, was arrested at 10:33 for possession of a controlled substance in Penalty Group 1 (between 1 and 4 grams), a third-degree felony. He was released by 11:25 the same morning.
- Matthew Creel Sherman, 56, of 4518 Ridgebrook Drive, was booked at 16:04 for possession of a controlled substance in Penalty Group 1 (under 1 gram), a state jail felony. He remains confined.
The report indicates a mix of pretrial felonies, misdemeanor bookings, and one case involving a convicted individual serving jail time. No bond amounts were listed in the summary, and clearance codes were blank across the board.
Local law enforcement emphasized that these bookings reflect routine enforcement efforts to maintain public safety. Residents are reminded that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. For more details or updates, contact the Nacogdoches County Sheriff’s Office.
This summary is based on public records released by the sheriff’s office. Further information on ongoing cases may be available through official channels.