11 kilos of meth seized, man arrested following multi-county police chase: FCSO
A Lavaca County man is in jail after 11 kilos of methamphetamine were seized during a police chase on Wednesday, says the Fayette County Sheriff's Office.
A Lavaca County man is in jail after 11 kilos of methamphetamine were seized during a police chase on Wednesday, says the Fayette County Sheriff's Office.
Man arrested after found with 5 kilos of cocaine by Fayette County K9 deputy
The driver was arrested for felony drug possession and transported to the Dan R. Beck Justice Center.
The driver was arrested for felony drug possession and transported to the Dan R. Beck Justice Center.
Nearly $192K found in Fayette County; 2 people arrested for money laundering
Two people were arrested for money laundering in Fayette County, the sheriff's office said. The total amount found in the truck was $191,900.
Two people were arrested for money laundering in Fayette County, the sheriff's office said. The total amount found in the truck was $191,900.
Crews fight large fire in Fayette County
Multiple fire departments fought a large fire in Fayette County Thursday afternoon.
Multiple fire departments fought a large fire in Fayette County Thursday afternoon.
Fayette County deputy reunites with woman he rescued from burning home
Fayette County Sheriff's Sgt Ryan Meagher reunited with Karen Chatwin, a woman he rescued from her burning house last week. Chatwin's dog was also able to escape the flames thanks to Sgt. Meagher.
Fayette County Sheriff's Sgt Ryan Meagher reunited with Karen Chatwin, a woman he rescued from her burning house last week. Chatwin's dog was also able to escape the flames thanks to Sgt. Meagher.
Fayetteville man arrested with help from nearby residents
Brian Schmitt resisted arrest but law enforcement was able to detain and arrest him thanks to some help from nearby citizens.
Brian Schmitt resisted arrest but law enforcement was able to detain and arrest him thanks to some help from nearby citizens.
Amaze Fire: Crews on scene of 63-acre fire near Smithville
Forward progression of the fire has been stopped, according to the Bastrop County Office of Emergency Management.
Forward progression of the fire has been stopped, according to the Bastrop County Office of Emergency Management.
Teens arrested for burglarizing store, vandalizing church in Fayette County
Investigators determined the suspects also had taken part in two other crimes in the Mullins Prairie area a few weeks prior to the burglary and vandalism, says the Fayette County Sheriff's Office.
Investigators determined the suspects also had taken part in two other crimes in the Mullins Prairie area a few weeks prior to the burglary and vandalism, says the Fayette County Sheriff's Office.
Former Smithville mayor sentenced after pleading guilty to sexual assault charges
In May 2021, Scott Saunders, Jr. was arrested on three charges out of Bastrop County two counts of sexual assault of a child and one count of indecency with a child.
In May 2021, Scott Saunders, Jr. was arrested on three charges out of Bastrop County two counts of sexual assault of a child and one count of indecency with a child.
Man arrested after 8.5 kilos of cocaine found in ice chest
The driver was found with about 8.5 kilos of cocaine, with an estimated street value of $850,000 hidden in the walls of the ice chest.
The driver was found with about 8.5 kilos of cocaine, with an estimated street value of $850,000 hidden in the walls of the ice chest.
Houston man found traveling in Fayette County with pills, mushrooms, marijuana
A search of the man's vehicle uncovered Xanax, hydrocodone, mushrooms and bags of marijuana.
A search of the man's vehicle uncovered Xanax, hydrocodone, mushrooms and bags of marijuana.
Fayette County arrests 'armed and dangerous' man on federal warrant
Deputies say the suspect tried to evade on a motorcycle and on foot, but he was promptly taken to the ground.
Deputies say the suspect tried to evade on a motorcycle and on foot, but he was promptly taken to the ground.
Grants totaling nearly $815,000 awarded to community projects in Austin area and across Texas
The Lower Colorado River Authority awarded grants to 34 community projects in towns and cities across Central Texas and the rest of the Lone Star State.
The Lower Colorado River Authority awarded grants to 34 community projects in towns and cities across Central Texas and the rest of the Lone Star State.
Fayette County man attacked by bees: FCSO
The man was airlifted to Dell Seton Medical Center in Austin in critical condition.
The man was airlifted to Dell Seton Medical Center in Austin in critical condition.
Man, woman found with mail from 15-plus addresses in truck during Texas traffic stop
A search of the occupants and vehicle also uncovered a vape pen with THC and a meth pipe, says the Fayette County Sheriff's Office.
A search of the occupants and vehicle also uncovered a vape pen with THC and a meth pipe, says the Fayette County Sheriff's Office.
Rollover wreck in Fayette County; drivers asked to avoid area
First responders are on scene of a rollover wreck in Fayette County.
First responders are on scene of a rollover wreck in Fayette County.
Alligator found in ditch in Fayette County
Definitely, not an animal you'll see in the wild very often in Central Texas!
Definitely, not an animal you'll see in the wild very often in Central Texas!
Fire fully engulfs, totals car in Fayette County
The cause of the fire has yet to be determined, says the Fayette County Sheriff's Office.
The cause of the fire has yet to be determined, says the Fayette County Sheriff's Office.
Austin weather: Lots of hail, strong winds move through Central Texas
The National Weather Service upgraded Central Texas to a Level 3, enhanced risk, of severe weather, which meant very large hail, damaging winds, and possibly even an isolated tornado on Friday, April 28.
The National Weather Service upgraded Central Texas to a Level 3, enhanced risk, of severe weather, which meant very large hail, damaging winds, and possibly even an isolated tornado on Friday, April 28.
Fire destroys metal structure in Fayette County
The fire broke out Saturday, April 8, around 1:20 p.m. on Klaus Rd. near FM 1457.
The fire broke out Saturday, April 8, around 1:20 p.m. on Klaus Rd. near FM 1457.