ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS (July 21 – 27)

Smitherman, Christopher, 44, theft prop >=$2500<$30,000.Chopane, Kendall, 19, theft prop <$2500 2/more prev conviction, engaging in organized criminal activity Felony 3, engaging in organized criminal activity Felony 3Gant, James, 30, theft prop >=$2500<$30,000.

Flying B Animal Rescue and Sanctuary to offer spay, neuter services

ELLIS COUNTY – The search for animal services and maintenance was closed to vendors recently in Ellis County, with no respondents proposing to shelter the animals. The county did receive a proposal from Flying B Animal Rescue and Sanctuary for spay and neuter services.

109 children rescued by Child Exploitation Task Force’s Operation Soteria Shield

ELLIS COUNTY – Last week, the North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and FBI Dallas’s North Texas Child Exploitation Task Force announced the conclusion of Operation Soteria Shield.

Ellis County Sheriff helps dedicate local mural

ITALY – Ellis County Sheriff Brad Norman took park in dedicating a mural last week in Italy, Texas.The mural is located on the side of Italy City Hall and honors First Responders.Landrie Reeves, a sixth grade student at Stafford Elementary, was the mural artist winner.