Burglar Arrested After Being Identified Through Home Security Camera System

June 24, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

Video from a home security camera system helped nab a burglar on Toad Road last week

19 year old Robert Stephen Ryan Derrick of Toad Road, Dowelltown is charged with vandalism, possession of burglary tools, aggravated burglary, and theft of property. He is under a $35,000 bond and his court date is July 11.

Sheriff Patrick Ray said that on Monday, June 17 a deputy was summoned to a residence on Toad Road due to a break-in and upon arrival noticed that the back door of the home appeared to have been forced open.  The image of a suspect was captured on video from home security cameras and the man shown was later identified as Derrick from previous booking photos of him at the jail.

Upon his arrest, Derrick had on him a claw hammer, believed to have been used in the break-in and an estimated $875 worth of items were taken from the home. He also caused about $375 worth of damage to the residence.

52 year old Neal Tracy Loucks of Tami Kay Road, Dowelltown is charged with aggravated assault. His bond is $10,000 and he will be in court July 11.

Sheriff Ray said that on Sunday, June 23 a deputy responded to a residence on Tami Kay Road due to a domestic fight. Upon arrival the officer spoke with the victim who claimed that Loucks began pushing her while she was trying to gather her belongings. According to the woman, Loucks shoved her to the couch, began trying to choke her, and punched her in the face.

A 16 year old boy will make an appearance in Juvenile Court on Thursday, June 27 after recently breaking into a home on Tubbs Street in Liberty on two separate occasions.

Sheriff Ray said the boy is accused of entering the home on one occasion and taking an Xbox One and controller, headset and video games.  On the second occasion, the boy pried open a rear window causing $200 in damage and took 2 Mountain Dews, 4 A& W Root Beers, a Hungry Man dinner, and 4 sausage and biscuits.

The case was investigated by detectives who obtained juvenile petitions against the boy.

June 24, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

Meet “Cammy”!

The WJLE/DeKalb Animal Coalition featured “Pet of the Week” is now available for adoption.

“Cammy is a 10 month old Chihuahua, probably Rat Terrier mix. She is as sweet as can be and loves her neighbors. She actually has a dog playmate. She is so good with all and ready for a forever home,” said Shelter Director Megan Moore.

The shelter is now open for business Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12pm-4pm and Saturday 10am-12pm.

The shelter also has changed its telephone number. The new number is 615-597-3647 (DOGS).

Meanwhile the DeKalb Animal Coalition is sponsoring a Shelter Adoption Event on Saturday, June 29 at 10 a.m. at Tractor Supply on West Broad Street in Smithville.

“Come out and meet our snuggly, playful cats and kittens waiting for their forever homes,” said Moore.

Kittens are $20 to adopt. A full refund is made with proof of a spay/neuter for pets at least six months of age.

Adoption fees for adult females is $75 and $60 for adult males.

The shelter is located at 186 Transfer Station Road behind Tenneco Automotive.

June 24, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

Family and friends will be hosting a benefit yard sale at New Life Connection Center in honor of Loretta Adcock, who is battling liver cancer, Friday and Saturday, June 28 & 29, from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. 100% of the proceeds will go to help Loretta cover her medical & living expenses.

If you would like to donate items, you can contact Beth Adcock to schedule a drop off time until the time of the event beginning at 8:00 a.m. Again, the date is Friday and Saturday, June 28 & 29 from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. If you prefer to make a direct donation, you can drop off a check made payable to Loretta Adcock at the yard sale.

Shirts will be available for $15.00 for S, M, L, & XL and $17.00 for 2X and above.

Rifle raffle tickets for your choice of a Henry Lever Action 22 or Smith & Wesson M&P 15 will also be available for a donation of $5 ea., 3 for $10., or 6 for $20. Drawing will be held Saturday, June 29th. For more information you can contact Beth Adcock at 931-273-1915.

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