SHERIFF MIKE KNOEDL - WEEKLY UPDATE 1/16/2026

Good morning,

It looks like we have some colder weather coming. Don't forget to protect your water pipes and pets and check on your neighbors. Bundle up and stay warm!

I have attached some numbers for the end-of-the-year report on felony arrests, drug seizures, and illegal guns taken off our streets. I am very proud of the work that has been done since being elected as your sheriff. I would challenge anyone to look at a department of our size and compare the numbers. All the credit goes to my personnel who get out there every day, putting their lives on the line to make our county a safer place to live. I want to recognize Fordyce Police Chief Chad Hubanks and his staff for the unwavering support they've provided over the past year. I can assure you that, together, we have made a difference in reducing violent crime and drug-related activity in our city/county. Lastly, I thank the citizens of Dallas County for their support throughout my tenure as Sheriff.

Felony Friday:

Lash, Justin of Fordyce; Absconding

Cruz-Alcantara, Carlos of Sparkman; No Drivers License

Smith, Gabrielle of Fordyce; FPD Disorderly Conduct, Public Intoxication, Failure to Appear

Thrower, Livia of Camden; Failure to Appear

Braxton, Brice of Altheimer; Criminal Trespass, No Drivers License

Mosely, Harrison Dakota of Fordyce; Failure to Appear

Smith, Gabrielle of Fordyce; FPD Criminal Trespass, Public Intoxication, Disorderly Conduct

Hawkins, Corey of Fordyce; Failure to Appear

Hamilton, Shawn of El Dorado; Failure to Appear

Williams, Aubriunna of Fordyce; FPD Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest

Knight, Samantha of Rison; FPD Assault in the Third Degree, Breaking or Entering, Disorderly

Conduct, Furnishing Prohibited Articles

Phillips, John of Mt. Ida; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Meth/Cocaine

Have a safe and happy weekend.

God Bless,

Sheriff Mike Knoedl

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