Jasper County Sheriff's Report 7-1-2025

This past week, the Jasper County Jail trustees gave the Browndell Community Center a much-needed facelift. They tackled every task from weed eating and tree cutting to brush removal and mowing with dedication and pride. We appreciate the trustees’ hard work and the support of our committed staff members working alongside them. I’m proud of the work they do in our community and the money they save the taxpayers of this county.

On June 24th, 2025, JCSO Lieutenant Jason McClelland identified the suspect in the Buna Tractor Supply case as Todd Gore, 49, of Louisiana. Lieutenant McClelland obtained an arrest warrant for Gore and alerted West Louisiana law enforcement, specifically Calcasieu Parish. Two hours later, Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Detective Jake Trahan made contact with Gore after observing his vehicle at the EZ Mart in Starks, Louisiana. Detective Trahan placed him under arrest. We will get him back to Jasper as soon as possible.

On June 24, 2025, there was a large law-enforcement presence on FM 252. The Sheriff’s Office had gotten a call regarding a missing person, Addison Crow, 17, of Kirbyville. After an extensive search near her home, Crow was located and safely returned to her family. A big thank you goes out to Sgt. Josh Hancock.

On June 25th, 2025, the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to Buna in regard to a 12-year-old female runaway in Buna. Deputies searched the nearby area where she was quickly located and returned to her family.

On June 26, 2025, Jasper County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call regarding a residence in the Brookeland area in reference to a 43-year-old female, who suffered from a self-inflicted gun shot wound. Medical treatment was started at the scene, but she later succumbed to her injuries after being transported to Jasper Memorial Hospital. This incident is still under investigation. Our thoughts and prayers go out to this family.

On June 26, 2025, two individuals broke into the Roganville Baptist Church, causing significant damage to some of the structures. They also stole several miscellaneous items, some of which have been recovered. After an investigation led by Investigator Calvin Starkie was conducted, Gavyn R. Deaton, 20, of Lufkin and an unnamed 15-year-old local juvenile, were both issued three warrants each for Burglary of a Building (State Jail Felony). Deaton was arrested less than two hours later in Angelina County where he also had a Felony Burglary warrant. Deaton will be transported to Jasper County after he is released from Angelina County on their charges. The juvenile turned himself into the Jasper County Juvenile Authorities on Friday, June 27th. Thank you to KPD Officer Scotty Duncan for his help on this case.

On June 28th, 2025, Sergeant Christopher responded to a 911 call in the northern part of the county regarding an unresponsive child. Before he arrived, the mother drove the baby to Jasper Memorial Hospital. The baby passed away at the hospital. Our thoughts and prayers go out to this family.

On June 29th, 2025, at approximately 11:05 p.m., Jasper County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a call in Buna regarding a vape shop. Once deputies and investigators arrived and viewed surveillance videos, it was discovered that 3 suspects kicked the door open and two of them entered the building and immediately vacated when an audible alarm sounded. No items were taken. A sandal worn by one of the suspects was located approximately 10 feet behind the building. If you have any information on the identity of these suspects, please contact the Jasper County Sheriff's Office at 409-384-5417.

On June 30th, 2025, Deputy James Roy observed Wendell Shayne Nichols, 47, of Evadale, at Brookshire Brothers in Buna. Deputy Roy had knowledge that Nichols was a wanted person from the Jasper County Sheriff Office for the offenses of Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family/Household Member Impede Breath/Circulation (F3) and Aggravated Assault Deadly Weapon (F2). Nichols was taken into custody and transported to the Jasper County Jail where an Emergency Protective Order was placed.

Please note that all persons listed in this report are innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

I am blessed to be the Sheriff of Jasper County and it is an extreme honor serving the people of this county. As always, call us if you need us.

Respectfully,

Chuck Havard

Jasper County Sheriff