Law Enforcement Operations
Summary
Marshall police just rounded up four suspects in a major crackdown on local drugs and violent crime. They’re still hunting for seven more, so expect to see a heavier police presence in the area while they finish the job.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 5
Impact analysis
Taxpayers are footing the bill for these intensive operations, which could lead to higher public safety costs if the crackdown continues long-term.
Residents living in neighborhoods plagued by drug activity and violence stand to gain the most from a safer, more stable environment.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (11)
Juvenile arrested in foot pursuit that injures Waskom police chief
Published 10:53 am Thursday, October 8, 2026 By News Messenger Staff Waskom police say a juvenile shoplifter led officers on a foot chase that ended with an injury to Police Chief Larry Smith. Police said ...
SILVER ALERT: Longview police ask public’s help finding missing man
LONGVIEW, Texas (KLTV) - A Silver Alert has been issued by Texas Department of Public Safety for a man Longview Police Department has been looking for Wednesday afternoon.The police shared on social media that ...
Texas Rangers pursuing criminal investigation of Camp Mystic, court documents show
The Texas Rangers appear to be pursuing criminal charges against Camp Mystic, saying in a search warrant affidavit they believe camp leadership committed crimes including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide.
Texas freezes installation of Flock cameras along state roads
At Gov. Greg Abbott’s direction, the Texas Department of Transportation has stopped issuing permits allowing Flock cameras and other automated license plate readers to be installed along state roads. The […]
‘We want to be heard’: East Texas protesters rally against ICE partnership
LONGVIEW — Hispanic East Texans and other community members gathered Wednesday outside the Gregg County Courthouse in Longview to protest the county’s decision earlier this year to join Immigration and […]
Joint Harrison County Violent Crimes and Narcotics Task Force investigation results in federal indictments
A multi-agency investigation by the Joint Harrison County Violent Crimes and Narcotics Task Force has resulted in federal drug indictments against eight defendants. “These charges stem from a long-term investigation […]
Joint task force announces indictments in Harrison County narcotics case
HARRISON COUNTY, Texas (KLTV) — A joint task force out of Harrison County announced the federal indictment of multiple people following a long-term investigation.The Joint Harrison County Violent Crime & Na...
Harrison County sheriff says multi-agency drug enforcement operation lands 3 in jail
Harrison County sheriff says multi-agency drug enforcement operation lands 3 in jail KSLA
Joint task force arrests three in Harrison County drug bust
Joint task force arrests three in Harrison County drug bust KTALnews.com
Is your East Texas county participating in ICE’s 287(g) program?
Is your East Texas county participating in ICE’s 287(g) program? KETK.com
City of Marshall violent crimes and narcotics task force nets four arrests, 7 still wanted
City of Marshall violent crimes and narcotics task force nets four arrests, 7 still wanted KSLA
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