Temple, TX – The Temple Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating 38-year-old Claude Martin, who was last seen on May 3, 2025, around 12:30 p.m. near the 1700 block of S 1st Street.
Martin was last observed wearing a black shirt, black pants, and black shoes. He was also carrying a plastic bag.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Temple Police Department at (254) 298-5500. You may also submit anonymous tips to Bell County Crime Stoppers at (254) 526-8477 or online at bellcountycrimestoppers.com.
Tarrant County, TX – The Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office announced that 60-year-old Edward Garza has been sentenced to 28 years in prison after being found guilty of failing to register annually as a sex offender.
The Fort Worth Police Department’s Sex Offender Registration & Tracking Unit launched the investigation in October 2023, revealing Garza had not complied with registration requirements since 2020.
Garza was previously convicted in 1984 for aggravated kidnapping with intent to violate or sexually abuse the victim—a conviction that mandates lifetime annual registration.
Authorities credited the FWPD for their vigilance in helping keep the community safe.
Harris County, TX – Sheriff Ed Gonzalez has announced the arrest of Lansello Martinez (DOB 11-17-2002) in connection with a fatal assault that occurred on the morning of Friday, May 23, 2025, at a gas station located at 13102 Bissonnet near Synott.
According to investigators, Martinez attacked Ye Myint Aung, 38, after allegedly believing the victim had thrown a beer bottle at his car. The suspect reportedly struck Aung’s head approximately 20 times, causing severe blunt force trauma.
The victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office Violent Criminal Apprehension Team (VCAT) located and arrested Martinez late Tuesday night. He has been charged with Murder and booked into the Harris County Jail.
Leander, TX – The Leander Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division is asking for the public’s help in identifying those involved in a string of criminal mischief incidents that occurred on May 29 and May 30, 2025, between 9:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.
According to investigators, several juveniles were seen throwing frozen water bottles from moving vehicles in multiple locations across Leander and surrounding areas, including Georgetown.
The following vehicles were involved:
A 2014 white Dodge Durango with a sunroof – seen near San Gabriel Pkwy and Highway 270.
A lifted, two-tone white and gray pickup truck.
A dark-colored truck with a chrome brush guard – seen near N Bagdad Rd in Leander.
Some of the recovered water bottles were believed to have been purchased from a Circle K store, although the location remains unknown.
These reckless acts damaged numerous windshields, mirrors, and headlights, with at least two victims sustaining facial injuries.
Anyone with information that could lead to identifying the suspects is urged to contact Detective Hubbs at (512) 528-2805 or via email at khubbs@leandertx.gov.
Authorities request that individuals refrain from posting suspect identities on social media platforms.
Garland, TX – A tense standoff at a Motel 6 on LBJ Freeway ended in gunfire Wednesday afternoon after an armed suspect confronted officers, prompting a SWAT response. Garland Police initially responded to the motel around 1:50 p.m. on June 4 following reports of a disturbance between a tenant and hotel staff.
When officers attempted to contact the individual, he allegedly pointed a firearm at them. Officers quickly sought cover and called in the department’s SWAT team due to the heightened danger and an Aggravated Assault on a Peace Officer charge.
Nearby rooms were evacuated as SWAT negotiators attempted to make contact with the suspect, who refused to respond. After several failed attempts, tear gas was deployed into the room. As a SWAT officer approached the window, the suspect once again brandished a weapon. The officer fired, striking the suspect.
Upon entering the room, officers found the suspect deceased. A second person was also found inside, already deceased. Investigators believe that individual had died prior to the incident.
No officers were injured. The Garland Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division is leading the investigation. The names of the deceased will be released after confirmation by the Dallas County Medical Examiner’s Office and notification of next of kin.
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