Karnes County Jail Probe Ends With Administrator Fired Over Contraband, Records, Oversight Issues
An internal investigation into the Karnes County Jail found drugs detected inside the facility, ammunition and a knife in the administrator’s desk, and missing inmate records and money—issues investigators said pointed to a breakdown in operations. Officials wrote the case was “a culmination of management and operational failures,” not a single incident, citing problems with supervision, documentation, and compliance with jail standards. The findings ultimately led to the administrator’s termination, concluding he failed to maintain “full responsibility for the management and operational control of the jail.”
DPS Trooper Suspended After Investigation Finds Sexual Comments, Inappropriate Conduct
An internal Texas DPS investigation found a trooper made repeated sexual comments and unprofessional remarks, including telling a coworker he wished they would “slip on a banana peel, bump his head, and become gay like [him].” Investigators sustained the allegations, citing admissions and corroborating interviews that led to a suspension.
Private Donut Shop, Public Lawsuit: Hays County Judge Sues San Marcos in Hays County Court
A dispute over a San Marcos donut shop tied to Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra’s private business has escalated into a lawsuit filed in Hays County District Court, following the city’s decision not to renew a ground lease and a subsequent notice ordering the property vacated, prompting Becerra to seek court intervention.  At issue is whether the City of San Marcos properly enforced the terms of the expired lease and complied with local requirements before attempting to take possession of the building, and a temporary restraining order now blocks the city from moving forward with removal or demolition while those legal questions are resolved.
From Traffic Stop to “I Love You” Calls: Texas Trooper Suspended After Jail Visit
A Texas state trooper was suspended after investigators uncovered a relationship that began with a traffic stop and escalated into a jailhouse meeting, recorded calls, and promises of help. Surveillance video shows the trooper entering a restricted area to meet the inmate, who immediately asked, “How are you allowed to come here?” Hours later, recorded calls captured the two exchanging “I love you” while he discussed contacting her family and helping with an attorney—much of it while he was on duty.
From Promotion to Suspension: Lockhart Lieutenant Disciplined Again After DA Review
A Lockhart police lieutenant who was previously disciplined and later promoted has now been suspended again following an internal investigation reviewed by the Caldwell County District Attorney’s Office and the Texas Rangers. According to witness statements, telecommunications officer Jerome Wymore reported being struck by a toy shot by Lt. Zack D. Everett while on duty in the dispatch center, stating it caused pain for approximately 20 minutes and initially led him to seek criminal charges. Investigators also found Everett struck another officer during a separate incident days earlier, though that officer declined to file a complaint. Another witness told investigators Wymore appeared visibly upset after being hit, and the incident was confirmed by video evidence. Although the complaint was later withdrawn, the department sustained multiple policy violations and cited Everett’s prior disciplinary history in issuing a five-day suspension.
State Pharmacy Law Enforcement Supervisor Disciplined Over Comments During Hiring Process
A disciplinary record released this month shows a Texas State Board of Pharmacy law enforcement supervisor was reprimanded after making a series of remarks during job interviews, including referring to himself as a “paperwork Nazi,” describing the position as a “great retirement job,” and telling applicants he once “watched Netflix” for months while waiting on cases. The file includes witness statements and the supervisor’s own written response, where he acknowledges several comments, admits he “should not have” made some of them in that setting, and questioned whether employees are expected to be “clairvoyant” to avoid offending coworkers. He also defended a remark about a colleague’s tattoo, writing that if someone “doesn’t want someone to ask about her body art, then she should cover it up,” noting it was visible “on her foot.” Officials concluded the conduct—made in front of applicants—undermined the hiring process, created potential liability for the agency, and raised concerns about professionalism.
Pleasanton Police Sergeant Suspended Over Comment, Resigns Weeks Later
A Pleasanton police sergeant is no longer with the department after being disciplined earlier this year for a comment made to a fellow officer. Sergeant Ricardo Olveda was suspended in January 2026 after an internal review found he made an inappropriate remark in front of multiple colleagues suggesting an officer had a personal relationship with a superior. Investigators concluded the comment was unprofessional, carried a sexual undertone, and risked damaging the officer’s credibility within the department. Olveda, a supervisor at the time, later resigned on March 13, 2026, with no public explanation given for his departure.
Bandera County Justice of the Peace Publicly Admonished by State Commission
The State Commission on Judicial Conduct issued a public admonition against Bandera County Justice of the Peace Michael Towers following findings of misconduct tied to the handling of an eviction case. The Commission determined that Towers proceeded in a matter despite lacking jurisdiction and later engaged in an improper ex parte communication that affected the outcome of the case. As part of the disciplinary action, Towers was also ordered to complete additional education focused on eviction law.
CBP seizes over $2.8M in narcotics at Eagle Pass port of entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $2.8 million in suspected cocaine and methamphetamine during two inspections at Eagle Pass crossings in late March, leading to two arrests and ongoing federal investigations.
Federal Case Alleges South Texas Doctor Fueled Houston Pill Pipeline With Millions of Opioids
A federal indictment alleges a South Texas doctor prescribed more than five million controlled-substance pills through a cash-only Houston clinic, using recruited “patients” and coordinated distribution methods, while a prior Texas Medical Board order now factors into his federal release conditions.