How reopening Texas could affect Brazos Valley county jails
County jails in Texas have been prompted by the state, to come up with written plans [for their specific county] on finally re-instating jail visitation after a year of closure to the outside world.
and last updated 2021-03-10 14:09:23-05
BRAZOS COUNTY, Texas â The Texas Department of Criminal Justice recently announced that in-person visits to prisons will be allowed once again, as the state continues to reopen.
But, does the same change apply to county jails?
The answer is: not just yet, but maybe in the future.
County jails are run under the authority of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards, which is separate from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice [TDCJ].
Bryan man accused of robbing car owner at knifepoint during test drive
The victim said the man pulled out a knife and demanded they give up their cell phone and spare set of keys.
Credit: BRAZOS COUNTY JAIL
Shane Prince, 19, of Bryan, is facing a charge of aggravated robbery. He s accused of robbing a person at knifepoint during a test drive. Author: Erin Wencl (KAGS) Updated: 9:04 PM CST March 1, 2021
BRAZOS COUNTY, Texas A Bryan man is in jail after being accused of stealing a car during a test drive in Brazos County.
Shane Prince, 19, is facing a charge of aggravated robbery.
and last updated 2021-02-26 08:19:41-05
COLLEGE STATION, TX â Thursday morning, just before 10:00 am, College Station Police responded to a call regarding civil disturbance. When the officer arrived on the scene the situation escalated quickly. The suspect was considered dangerous which called for a heavy response of emergency personnel.
The officer approached the male suspect to ensure everything was okay and that is when the male suspect, now identified as Jonathan Bridges, pulled out a gun on the officer.
âThe officer got on scene to make contact with the two individuals to make sure they were okay, said Tristen Lopez, Public Information Officer for College Station Police Department. This happened outside of an apartment in the parking lot at that time the male suspect pulled out a gun and began shooting,â
TxDOT has not been requested to serve as back up or traffic control in the area but they are continuing to cover the Brazos Valley with brine, according to Bob Colwell with the TxDOT Bryan District.
Law enforcement will show zero tolerance for those who drive drunk this weekend. Author: Tristan Lewis (KAGS) Updated: 10:26 PM CST February 3, 2021
BRYAN, Texas Whether you’re a Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan, a Kansas City Chiefs fan or just a fan of some good food during the Super Bowl, you probably have your plans set for Sunday. However, if you plan on drinking, do you already have a plan set for getting home safely?
“People are getting together with friends, they’re thinking they’re just having one or two [drinks] but impairment starts with that first drink, said Bobbi Brooks, the program manager for Watch UR BAC.