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• Starr County COVID-19 drive-thru testing site extends operations 30 more days

  March 23, 2020 9:29 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY - COVID-19 testing continues in Starr county. Officials say the drive-thru coronavirus testing site at the STC campus is extending operations 30 more days. So far, 30 people have been tested. The results are expected on Tuesday. Testing requires a doctor's order. The... more »

• Valley school districts look at options in preparation for possible virus case Play Video

  March 11, 2020 10:30 PM

  MCALLEN – Schools across the Rio Grande Valley are making plans on what steps need to be taken if the situation with the novel coronavirus gets worse. Infections have increased in Texas and elsewhere. The University of Texas San Antonio announced spring break would be extended by a week,... more »

• New District Attorney elected in Starr County area Play Video

  March 5, 2020 7:13 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY - Starr County will soon be welcoming a new district attorney after the incumbent lost the race on Tuesday. The office covers Starr, Jim Hogg and Duval counties. Gocha Ramirez won the election in all three. Surrounded by piles of cases, Gocha Ramirez is getting... more »

• Starr County officials stress for urgency to prepare for COVID-19 Play Video

  March 4, 2020 10:07 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – No known infections of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Rio Grande Valley, but health officials in Starr County say it’s time to prepare. Dr. Jose Vasquez, with Starr County Health Authority, spoke with residents in a meeting Wednesday describing the rate at which the... more »

• Prosecutors moving forward with Starr County voter fraud case Play Video

  March 2, 2020 9:56 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Prosecutors are expected to move forward on with a voter fraud case in Starr County. The move is following an appellate court decision. Erika Lozano-Pelayo is accused of altering mail-in ballot applications. She was arrested in Feb. 2018. A lower court had declared portions... more »

• Starr County authorities investigating attempted murder-suicide Play Video

  February 26, 2020 7:07 AM

  LA GRULLA – Authorities in Starr County are investigating an attempted murder-suicide. Police responded to a domestic call at a residence on Camelia Street, near FM 2360 at approximately 3:11 a.m. Wednesday. Upon arrival, the caller said a shooting had occurred and discovered a woman with multiple gunshot... more »

• Starr County Sheriff's Office identify 35-year-old killed in shooting Play Video

  February 19, 2020 6:44 PM

  NEAR GARCIASVILLE – An investigation is underway after a fatal shooting in Starr County. The Starr County Sheriff’s Office received reports of shots fired around 5:34 p.m. Wednesday on Loma Blanca Road near Garciasville. Callers stated a body was lying in the middle of the road. Major Carlos... more »

• Farmers struggle as current drought impacts water levels at Falcon Dam Play Video

  February 17, 2020 6:39 PM

  NEAR ROMA – Last week, Hidalgo County was named a “contiguous disaster county”, meaning producers in the county are eligible for certain emergency aid, coming from the Farm Service Agency. The drought monitor shows dry to severe drought conditions running across the Rio Grande Valley. The lack of rain... more »

• Starr County Murder Suspect Arrested

  February 15, 2020 10:23 PM

  GARCENO - The suspect in a Thursday shooting investigation has been charged. Alejandro Barron is charged with murder. A shooting Thursday in Garceno, between Rio Grande City and Roma, left Arturo Gomez Jr. dead. Starr County investigators say a group of people drove Gomez to the hospital... more »

• HOV: Symptoms of heart disease vary in women Play Video

  February 14, 2020 3:27 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Heart disease is the number one cause of death for women in the United States. It kills 400,000 every year, according to the American Heart Association. Nelly Lozano is a grandmother and also a 51-year-old CrossFitter who spends her off-time in the gym. She works... more »

• 1 Dead, 1 in custody following shooting in Starr County Play Video

  February 13, 2020 3:18 PM

  GARCENO – A man is dead and a person is in custody following a shooting in Starr County. Sheriff’s deputies responded to a call of shots fired at 3:34 a.m. Thursday in Garceno. On their way to the scene, officials were notified of “several vehicles” fleeing the area at... more »

• 19-year-old remains in critical condition after 3-vehicle crash in Starr County Play Video

  February 12, 2020 5:42 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – One person remains in critical condition following a three-vehicle crash in Starr County. It happened Tuesday morning on Highway 83. No word yet on how it happened. One of the vehicles was a tractor trailer. The 19-year-old hospitalized is being treated at McAllen Medical... more »

• Police identify person of interest in Rio Grande City church vandalism case Play Video

  February 7, 2020 5:42 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Rio Grande City police have identified a person of interest in a church vandalism case. Parishioners have been stopping by Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, where Friday morning it was discovered it had been vandalized. Glass doors and windows inside were shattered. It appeared someone... more »

• Officials stress the importance to Starr County residents to participate in 2020 Census Play Video

  February 4, 2020 6:22 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Every 10 years, the U.S. Census determines how much federal funding each state receives to help pay for everything from roads, schools, hospitals, and more. According to the latest Census data, about 65,000 people live in Starr County, but some say the data is still... more »

• SPECIAL REPORT: HIV in the Rio Grande Valley Play Video

  January 30, 2020 9:16 PM

  WESLACO – The federal government is proposing a plan to end HIV transmission in the United States by 2030. New data from the Centers for Disease Control is raising concerns about the widening, yet, largely unrecognized HIV infection rates among Hispanic and Latino populations. The CDC estimates overall HIV... more »

• Controversy Over Funding Denial for Center of Abused Children in Starr County Play Video

  January 16, 2020 10:31 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Starr County law enforcement reports a spike in sex crimes, as controversy builds over funding denial for a center for abused children. The Butterfly Haven would have joined the Ayuda Center as the second resource facility for victims in Starr County. The governor's office... more »

• Tower Divers: How Inspectors Check Water Tanks For Damage Play Video

  January 16, 2020 10:15 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Efforts are underway to revitalize Rio Grande City’s water tanks. City leaders are trying to tackle state violations. The city has been working to improve conditions on more than one tank. In early 2019, the Texas commission on Environmental Quality told city staff one tank... more »

• Rio Grande City Unveils First Mural in Downtown Area Play Video

  January 16, 2020 9:27 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A pop of color was unveiled in the downtown area of Rio Grande City. The first mural art piece called “We Are Rio” was unveiled Thursday. CHANNEL 5 NEWS is told more murals are planned for the rest of the city. Watch the... more »

• Judge Concerned Over Impact of New Border Wall in Starr County Play Video

  January 14, 2020 10:04 PM

  NEAR FRONTON – A new portion of the border wall was quietly built in the Rio Grande Valley in the rural area of Fronton and Roma. There were no lawsuits and no headlines on the progress in the area. The construction took place in a federally protected wildlife property.... more »

• Georgia Inmate Extradited to Starr County Play Video

  January 10, 2020 8:35 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A Georgia inmate is facing charges in the Rio Grande Valley. Juan Garay-Garcia Jr. was arrested in 2011 and later convicted on charges of importing aliens for prostitution, conspiracy to harbor, and harboring aliens. He just finished his federal sentence and was arrested by the... more »

• Energy Company Develops Ultrasonic Device to Keep Bats Away from Texas Windfarms Play Video

  January 9, 2020 9:17 PM

  MISSION – An energy company is taking steps to protect bats from windmills. Research shows hundreds of thousands are killed every year. There's new technology to keep this from happening. The Mexican free-tailed bats fly in the millions at their peak. They’re the state's official flying mammal and... more »

• Several Flee after Border Agents Intercept Smuggling Attempt in Rio Grande City

  January 7, 2020 4:55 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Border Patrol agents seized more than 320 pounds of narcotics Monday in Rio Grande City. Agents intercepted the smuggling attempt after an aerostat spotted “several” people near the border loading a SUV with bundles. When agents stopped the vehicle, the people inside fled. ... more »

• Woman Killed in Overnight House Fire Play Video

  January 4, 2020 7:12 PM

  SAN ISIDRO - Officials in Starr County are investigating after an overnight fire claimed the life of one woman. It happened around 1:00 a.m. Saturday in San Isidro. The San Isidro Fire Chief said when they arrived on scene the house was already engulfed in flames and it... more »

• Government Vehicles Used in Starr County Candidates' Toy Giveaway Play Video

  December 31, 2019 7:11 PM

  ESCOBARES -- A video showing public safety vehicles providing an escort to campaigning candidates as they hand out toys is raising questions. The video was shot by a candidate for a justice of the peace office in Starr County. In it, it shows sirens blaring announcing Santa's early arrival... more »

• Donated Drone to Help Starr Co. Sheriff's Office be More Efficient Play Video

  December 30, 2019 10:01 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY - A Rio Grande Valley law enforcement agency believes they'll be more efficient in their mission to serve and protect. Starr County is known for its proximity to the border and brushy ranchlands. These can and do pose challenges to law enforcement when they're trying to... more »

• Advocacy Center for Child Crime Victims Set to Open in Starr County Play Video

  December 19, 2019 10:20 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – An advocacy center says one in 10 children will be sexually abused before they turn 18 years of age. There was not a single forensic exam room in Starr County to serve them. Meaning, child victims had to travel all the way to Hidalgo or... more »

• Rio Grande City Teen Facing New Charge for Enticing 12-Year-Old Play Video

  December 17, 2019 6:42 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A Rio Grande City teen who was arrested after he allegedly enticed a middle school student away from campus is now facing another charge of aggravated sexual assault. Emilio Solis Jr., 18, was arrested Tuesday for a second time, according to the Starr County Attorney... more »

• Human Remains Exhumed at La Grulla Cemetery to be Identified through DNA Samples Play Video

  December 17, 2019 6:16 PM

  LA GRULLA – University students uncovered unidentified human remains at a cemetery in La Grulla. Texas State University professor Dr. Kate Spradley has conducted similar excavations in South Texas for several years. Recently, they exhumed unidentified remains in Brooks County. Spradley says information found buried with some... more »

• Former Roma ISD Employee Sentenced to 7 Years for Possession of Child Porn Play Video

  December 17, 2019 3:54 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A seven year prison sentence was handed down for a former Roma Independent School District employee. Jesus Amado Garcia plead guilty to possessing child porn back in October. He learned his punishment Tuesday. In addition to prison time, Garcia must pay $40,000 in restitution... more »

• Rio Grande City Fire Chief: Not Recommended to Live in Place of Business Play Video

  December 13, 2019 10:29 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – State investigators are now working the case of a deadly fire at a Rio Grande City restaurant. The early morning fire affected several families and had neighbors on edge. A 31-year-old woman was inside the building and died in the fire. The owner of... more »

• Rise in Deadly Mix of Narcotics in Starr Co. Prompts Alert from Law Enforcement Play Video

  December 10, 2019 10:09 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A dangerous mix of drugs has Rio Grande City police on alert. Police told CHANNEL 5 NEWS some people are reaching out about others selling drugs mixed with crystal meth. Assistant Police Chief Jose Solis explained the hard narcotic is becoming a problem in the... more »

• Child Flu-Related Death Confirmed in Rio Grande City Play Video

  December 6, 2019 5:18 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – State health officials are now confirming a pediatric flu-related death in Rio Grande City. Last month, officials had only acknowledged the death of a 5-year-old child from South Texas. The child did not receive the flu shot this year. State health services emphasis the... more »

• Autopsy Ordered after Body of Man Found in Starr Co. Play Video

  December 5, 2019 9:13 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – An investigation is underway in Rio Grande City after a body was discovered. A police officer was flagged down near 3rd Street and Fairgrounds Road at approximately 5:30 p.m. Thursday. Officials were able to identify the deceased male, but are withholding his name until... more »

• Alleged Thief Charged in String of Rio Grande City Burglaries Play Video

  December 2, 2019 6:24 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A person is facing charges in connection with a string of burglaries in Rio Grande City. Police say the thief burglarized five vehicles, all of them belonging to the same victim. Yolanda Olivares says her husbands has been in the hospital since June. ... more »

• Starr Co. Family Opt-Out to Conduct Autopsy in Toddler’s Death Play Video

  November 26, 2019 3:59 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – The family of a toddler who died last week in Starr County has laid her to rest. The 2-year-old girl died Thursday in Rio Grande City. She went to a doctor after suffering symptoms that included a fever and vomiting. The girl became... more »

• Police Investigating Toddler’s Death in Rio Grande City Play Video

  November 22, 2019 5:36 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A toddler’s death is under investigation in Rio Grande City. The city’s spokesperson told CHANNEL 5 NEWS the parents took the girl to the doctor after she fainted. They say she was suffering from a fever and vomiting. Medical staff and first responders tried... more »

• Valley Children Unaware of Legal Consequences of Sharing Explicit Content with Each Other Play Video

  November 19, 2019 10:54 PM

  ROMA – Three high school students from Roma have been charged with Class B misdemeanors due to sexting, according to the Starr County attorney. Videos and pictures minors are taking on their phones are causing them to end up in a courtroom. If a child 17 years old... more »

• Crooks Pose as Starr Co. Woman's Relative Using Facebook Messenger to Pull Grant Hoax

  November 18, 2019 3:48 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A Starr County woman wants Facebook users to be on the alert of hackers using the company’s messenger to run a fake grant. She fell victim to the ruse by giving the hackers her personal information. The message come from profiles made to make... more »

• Law Enforcement Make Arrest in Starr Co. Cockfighting Investigation Play Video

  November 15, 2019 5:13 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Approximately 145 roosters were seized from a property in Starr County. Joseias Flores was charged in what is now a cockfighting investigation. Local, state and federal authorities are all involved in the case. In addition to the birds, officials say they also found... more »

• Man Sentenced to 8 Years for Tampering with Evidence in Starr Co. Murder Play Video

  November 8, 2019 5:36 PM

  EDINBURG – A judge has sentenced the man found guilty of tampering with physical evidence in a 2017 Starr County murder. Jose Luis Garcia, Jr. has been sentenced to eight years in prison and a fine of $10,000 for his role in the murder of 17-year-old Chayse Olivarez. ... more »

• Man Sentenced to for Tampering with Evidence in Starr Co. Murder

  November 8, 2019 3:19 PM

  EDINBURG – A judge has sentenced the man found guilty of tampering with physical evidence in a 2017 Starr County murder. Jose Luis Garcia, Jr. has been sentenced to for his role in the murder of 17-year-old Chayse Olivarez. After nearly 13 hours of deliberation, jurors reached a... more »

• Jury Reaches Verdict in Starr Co. Murder Trial

  November 8, 2019 1:44 AM

  EDINBURG – Jurors have reached a verdict in the trial of the man accused of killing Chayse Olivarez in 2017. Jurors found Jose Luis Garcia Jr. not guilty of murder, but guilty of tampering with physical evidence in connection to the homicide in Starr County. The verdict was... more »

• Charge Downgraded for Suspect in Starr Co. Murder Trial Play Video

  November 6, 2019 6:07 PM

  EDINBURG – The defendant in the Chayse Olivarez murder trial is facing downgraded charges. Jose Luis Garcia, Jr. is accused of killing Oilvarez in 2017. At the start of the trial, he was facing a capital murder charge. Defense attorneys alleged the charges should be downgraded because... more »

• Starr Co. Officials: Children Sharing Explicit Photos Online on the Rise Play Video

  November 1, 2019 11:47 AM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Authorities in Starr County have a message for parents: child exploitation cases are on the rise. But, not all the offenders are adults, some are children. Children as young as 10 years old are becoming victims. Other children, as well as adults, are said... more »

• Possible Family Rivalry Disclosed in Starr Co. Murder Trial Play Video

  October 31, 2019 7:51 PM

  EDINBURG – The theme of fear started to emerge in the murder trial of a Starr County teen Thursday. The defense alleged their client, Jose Luis Garcia, Jr., was afraid of law enforcement in a small town where everyone talks, between families with a well-known rivalry in the drug... more »

• Defense Alleges Investigators Made Mistake in Starr Co. Murder Case Play Video

  October 29, 2019 10:32 PM

  EDINBURG – A contentious first day at trial for the murder of Chayse Olivarez. State prosecutors are accusing Jose Luis Garcia, Jr. of planning the murder. Defense attorneys are saying Starr County investigators made a mistake. Garcia was detained Aug. 11, 2017, a day after the case cracked... more »

• Ruling Issued on Policy Regulating Use of Starr Co. Facilities Play Video

  October 14, 2019 9:56 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Starr County rules are set to change by this year’s November elections. A federal court issued a ruling on a policy which regulated the use of county facilities. The policy addressed who can use the property and in which ways. Some residents challenged the... more »

• Roma Officer Being Investigated for Accessing Records Play Video

  October 8, 2019 6:16 PM

  ROMA – A city of Roma police officer is under investigation suspected of accessing juvenile records, according to the Starr County Attorney's Office. Accessing information is part of an officer's duties, explained Laredo-based attorney Nathan Chu. "There's certain times that officers can access information if they're doing their... more »

• Starr Co. Man Indicted for Altering Gov’t Records Play Video

  October 8, 2019 3:54 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY - A Starr County grand jury formally indicted a man accused of altering government records. Edwin Duran was arrested late-August and released on a $40,000 bond. A grand jury issued the indictment Monday. Duran is facing four counts of tampering with governmental records and... more »

• Man Sentenced in Father and Son's Murder Play Video

  October 5, 2019 10:14 PM

  STARR COUNTY - The suspect in a 2016 double murder was sentenced to life in prison Friday. Jesus Angel Rebollar was found guilty of murdering 41-year-old Hector Garcia and 3-year-old Julian Garcia Thursday. A gunman, later identified by authorities as Rebollar, opened fire on Garcia's truck in November... more »

• $2M in Federal Funding Headed to Valley Law Enforcement Play Video

  October 3, 2019 9:40 PM

  WESLACO – More money is headed for local law enforcement. Hidalgo and Starr counties are to receive more than $2 million in federal funding. The Operation: Stone Garden funds will help cover expenses for immigration and border-related calls. Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office assisted the feds... more »

• Environmental Waivers to Propel Start of Gates Construction on Border Wall Play Video

  October 1, 2019 6:09 PM

  WESLACO – The U.S. government is moving ahead to begin construction of several gates along the existing border wall. Starting this month, these new gates would be built in Cameron County on existing levees. The funds are from Customs and Border Protection’s 2017 budget. On Monday, CHANNEL... more »

• Deadly Rollover Crash Claims the Life of Starr Co. School Teacher Play Video

  September 30, 2019 4:32 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A deadly crash is under investigation in Starr County. A Rio Grande City school teacher was killed. The crash happened Friday night on FM 649. Department of Public Safety investigators say 35-year-old Antonio Gutierrez died in a one-vehicle rollover. He taught world... more »

• Arrest Warrant Issued Following Threat to Valley Reporter Play Video

  September 13, 2019 6:57 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – An arrest warrant is now active against the author of a threat from across the border directed at a Rio Grande Valley journalist. The owner and reporter for El Tejano , a weekly paper in Starr County, received the threat shortly after posting about the... more »

• Employee at Law Office in Starr Co. Charged for Tampering with Evidence Play Video

  August 30, 2019 8:16 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – An employee at an attorney’s office was arrested Friday in Starr County. Edwin Duran was arrested, facing four charges for tampering with, or fabricating physical evidence. Four more charges are also included for tampering with a governmental record. All charges are third degree... more »

• Rio Grande City Church Member Weighs In on Vandalism Incident Play Video

  August 23, 2019 5:15 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A Rio Grande City community is feeling no place is safe after their church was vandalized. Anti-semitic slurs were just part of what was spray-painted on the walls of Sagrado Corazon. Police say whoever is responsible wanted to send a direct message to the... more »

• Former Valley Police Officer Sentenced to 14 Years for Assisting Drug Traffickers Play Video

  August 12, 2019 12:53 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A former Rio Grande Valley police officer is sentenced to serve 14 years in prison for assisting drug traffickers. Ramon De La Cruz is a former Rio Grande City police officer; witnesses testified he would escort drugs while on duty. The six year investigation... more »

• CBP to Finalize Proposed Border Wall Route in Starr Co. Play Video

  July 11, 2019 6:14 PM

  ESCOBARES – About 52 miles of border wall is proposed for Starr County; where it will finally go up is a big question. The proposal with adjustments to try and limit negative impact was sent last week. Customs and Border Protection is asking county officials to meet their... more »

• Starr Co. Murder Suspect in Custody after Violating Bond Conditions Play Video

  July 11, 2019 5:49 PM

  EDINBURG – One of the men charged with murder and tampering with evidence is the 2017 killing of Chayse Olivarez went before a judge Thursday. It all started when the Starr County District Attorney’s Office sent a motion to the judge stating Jose Luis Garcia, Jr. was seen driving... more »

• Rio Grande City Murder Suspect Accused of Violating Bond Conditions Play Video

  July 9, 2019 4:54 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A suspect in a high-profile murder investigation has a new date with a judge. Jose Garcia, Jr. is due in court Thursday. Garcia is accused in the 2017 murder of Chayse Olivarez. Authorities say Garcia violated bond conditions by driving unsupervised when he... more »

• Search Warrant Execution Leads to Two Arrests at Starr County Drive-Thru Play Video

  July 7, 2019 4:31 PM

  STARR COUNTY- A search warrant execution landed a drive-thru store owner and an employee behind bars. Friday, authorities searched the Los Primos drive-thu in Alto Bonito. Drugs were seized from the business. Store owner, Erick Eliud Alanis-Saenz and employee, Ruben Alejandro Moreno-Garcia were taken into custody. ... more »

• Teen Arrested in Starr County Drug Bust Play Video

  June 30, 2019 2:55 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY- A Starr County teen is behind bars in connection to a drug bust. Authorities executed a search warrant in Rio Grande City Friday. Crack cocaine and stolen property were seized from the scene. 17-year-old Ricardo Abran Posada was taken into custody. He was... more »

• Starr Co. Residents Seek Answers over Border Wall Rerouting Proposals Play Video

  June 17, 2019 6:06 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – The Starr County Industrial Foundation was tasked with drawing up a new border wall route to limit the amount of negative impact for nearby communities. This task was supposed to be completed at the end of April. Two months have gone by with no... more »

• Starr Co. Businessman Wants Gov’t to Incorporate His Own Wall for Border Play Video

  May 30, 2019 6:27 PM

  NEAR FRONTON – Along the Rio Grande, the government has been wanting to build a wall for several years. A man who owns property has started constructing what he calls a “levee wall”. He wants the government to understand and work with the plan he already has. ... more »

• 52 Starr Co. Descendants to Fight US Gov’t over Eminent Domain Claim Play Video

  May 29, 2019 5:53 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – The first type of fencing or border barrier may show up in Starr County as early as August. On Tuesday, CHANNEL 5 NEWS reported a contract for three miles of new steel bollard wall barrier was awarded. Customs and Border Protection officials say the... more »

• Man Accused of Burglarizing Starr Co. Justice of the Peace Office Arrested Play Video

  May 22, 2019 7:01 PM

  RIO GRAND CITY – Special crimes investigators say a man robbed a justice of the peace officer earlier this month. Authorities say Tomas Perez stole money bag with cash, checks and money orders. The Escobares Police Department found Perez over the weekend hiding in an abandoned house on... more »

• Roma Resident Hopes Solar Industry Will Bring Boost to Local Economy Play Video

  May 18, 2019 5:09 PM

  STARR COUNTY- A Roma resident hopes the solar industry could bring a boost to the local economy. Julissa Guerrero said the economy isn't as strong in her city as it is in other parts of the valley. CHANNEL 5'S Frank McCaffrey reached out to Starr County Judge, Eloy... more »

• Burglary Suspect Captured by Escobares Police Play Video

  May 18, 2019 5:01 PM

  ESCOBARES- A Starr County burglary suspect was taken into custody Saturday afternoon. Authorities tell CHANNEL 5 NEWS he was wanted for breaking into a building and stealing cash, checks and money orders. The Starr County Special Crimes Unit executed a search warrant on Bazan Street in Escobares, related... more »