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CBS News
02-07-2025
- CBS News
North Texas fireworks stand burglary suspect caught on camera offered forgiveness, reward, and a job, owner says
A suspect was caught on camera stealing thousands of dollars of inventory from a Crowley fireworks stand, the owner said. Now, the owner is offering forgiveness, a $200 reward and a job to that suspect. Surveillance video shows a Dodge pickup backing into the lot at Johnny Fireworks at 5 a.m. last Friday. The driver loads up and drives off with thousands of dollars worth of fireworks and leaves behind thousands of dollars in damage, according to the stand's co-owner, Jonathan Cook. "To the person who broke into our fireworks stand and drove off with thousands of dollars worth of inventory in the back of your Dodge truck—thank you," Cook posted on social media. "Not because we enjoyed waking up to damaged buildings and missing product. Not because theft is ever justified. But because your actions reminded me of something bigger: people are hurting." Cook is offering the suspect a $200 reward and even a job if he turns himself in and can give back any of the stolen merchandise. "For you to break in this brazen of a crime, risk everything, commit felonies, you must be in a really desperate place, and my heart breaks for you because of where you are," said Cook. "I want to show you grace. I'm praying for you." The Tarrant County Sheriff's Office said it was called to the fireworks stand; however, it has not yet received a list of everything that was stolen and is "waiting for the business owner to provide further information related to the theft so the investigation can move forward."
CBS News
25-06-2025
- CBS News
North Texas high school coach and athletic director placed on leave after arrest on child sex-related charges, officials say
Howe ISD has placed its head football coach and athletic director on administrative leave following his arrest earlier this month on three child sex-related charges, according to the school district's superintendent. Andrew Michael Harvey, 35, of Rhome, is charged with solicitation of a prostitute under the age of 18, online solicitation of a minor for sexual conduct, and the sale, distribution or display of harmful material to a minor, according to arrest records. Part of multi-agency sting Harvey was arrested on Tuesday as part of a multi-agency online solicitation of a minor operation, carried out June 17–18 by the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office Human Trafficking/Child Exploitation Unit. Andrew Michael Harvey, 35, of Rhome Tarrant County Sheriff's Office District response and reporting In correspondence with Howe ISD families, Superintendent Kevin Wilson said Harvey has been barred from district property and contact with students and staff as the district cooperates with law enforcement. In addition, Wilson said the incident has been reported to the Texas Education Agency and the Department of Family and Protective Services. Background and employment history Harvey's teaching certificate is currently under review by the Texas Education Agency. He previously worked in Keller ISD and Sanger ISD. According to Wilson, Harvey passed fingerprint-based background checks upon being hired in June 2022. "As with all employees, Harvey completed and passed an initial fingerprint-based background check that identifies criminal history results through both the FBI and the Texas Department of Public Safety," Wilson said. "Howe ISD maintains a subscription to all staff background reports for the entirety of their employment. "... We are cooperating fully with law enforcement and are committed to transparency as this case develops, within the limits of what the law allows us to share and while maintaining confidentiality for any victim, as outlined by law." Community urged to report concerns Wilson urged anyone in the Howe ISD community with concerns or information to contact the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office at (817) 884-3099 or the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services at (800) 252-5400. "We will continue to keep our community informed as appropriate," Wilson said. Ongoing coverage CBS News Texas will provide additional information as it becomes available.
CBS News
19-06-2025
- CBS News
84-year-old man dies after dog attack in Tarrant County, authorities say
An 84-year-old man died Monday following a dog attack at his home in Tarrant County, authorities said. The incident occurred on Slay Street near Ten Mile Bridge Road, just south of Eagle Mountain Lake. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner's Office identified the victim as Ronald Grant Anderson. He was pronounced dead just before 4:30 p.m. Monday. The Tarrant County Sheriff's Office said additional information will be released later Thursday. CBS News Texas will provide updates as more details become available.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Yahoo
Workers pulled from water tank near Tarrant-Parker county line
The Brief Two workers were found unresponsive in a water tank near the Parker/Tarrant County border Friday, prompting an investigation. Co-workers called 911 after losing contact with the men, who were performing water infrastructure checks. Their current condition remains unknown. An investigation is underway after two workers were found in a water tank near the border of Parker and Tarrant County. Deputies with the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office were called to the 12000 block of Aledo Road after two men were found. The men were performing checks of water infrastructure in the area. When co-workers could not reach them, they called 911. By the time rescue crews arrived, the men were found unresponsive. What we don't know The condition of the workers is unknown. The Source Information in this article comes from the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office.
CBS News
05-06-2025
- General
- CBS News
3-year-old girl dies after possible drowning at Eagle Mountain Lake, officials say
A 3-year-old girl has died following a possible drowning near West Bay Marina at Eagle Mountain Lake in northwest Tarrant County, according to the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office. Authorities were called to the scene around 4:30 p.m. Thursday. Deputies found the child on the ground after she had been pulled from the lake. She was transported to a local hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Investigators are working to determine how the child entered the water. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner will determine the official cause of death. CBS News Texas will provide updates as more information becomes available.
