Panola

Panola County Grand Jury Hands Down Series of Indictments on Diverse Criminal Charges

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Panola County, Texas, recently saw a grand jury announce multiple indictments following a series of incidents that occurred in recent months. The indictments, which came down on June 24, touch on a variety of charges ranging from serious bodily injury to drug possession and theft. Jhavorry Demaero Crayton faces charges related to a collision that resulted in serious bodily injury, stemming from an incident on March 16. Another defendant, Charles Adam Philyaw, is facing several charges, including theft of materials valued under $20,000 and criminal mischief between $150,000 and $300,000 from incidents on March 23. … Read more

Panola County Grand Jury Unveils 30 Indictments, Highlighting Escalating Criminal Activity

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The Panola County Grand Jury has issued a total of 30 indictments in its April session, reflecting a range of criminal charges against various individuals in the area. Among these, 10 indictments remain sealed. Among those indicted is Andres David Delgado Moreno, who faces charges of trademark counterfeiting valued between $2,500 and $30,000, as well as the unlawful use of a criminal instrument. These charges stem from an incident that occurred on February 4, 2025. Jessica Lorena Garcia Cardenas is similarly charged with trademark counterfeiting and unlawful use of a criminal implement for the same … Read more

Former Telecommunications Officer Files Lawsuit Against Panola County Sheriff, Alleging Political Retaliation and Gender Discrimination

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Carthage, Texas — A second lawsuit has recently been lodged against Panola County Sheriff Cutter Clinton, deepening the controversy surrounding his office. The legal action asserts wrongful termination linked to political allegiances and puts a spotlight on the challenges of maintaining free speech within local law enforcement agencies. Former telecommunications officer Staci Benedetti, who served from August 2019 until her dismissal on May 2, 2024, filed the lawsuit, claiming her termination was due to her support for Jeff Martin, a rival candidate in the March sheriff’s election. This case marks the second such allegation against … Read more