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By the People, for the People
Two Arrested in Washington County on Criminal Charges
Sheriff's office reports arrests for criminal trespass and injury to a child/elderly/disabled individual
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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The Washington County Sheriff's Office reported two arrests this week - one on Tuesday for criminal trespass and another on Wednesday for injury to a child/elderly/disabled individual. The suspects were identified as Rodney Jerome Wallace, 48, of Bellville, and Lawrance Alan Binder, 68, of Katy.
Why it matters
These arrests highlight the ongoing efforts of the Washington County Sheriff's Office to address criminal activity in the region and protect vulnerable members of the community. The charges involve serious allegations that could have significant consequences for the suspects if convicted.
The details
On Tuesday evening, deputies responded to a disturbance call and arrested Wallace for criminal trespass after he was allegedly throwing things and acting irate. On Wednesday evening, deputies arrested Binder on an out-of-county warrant from Chambers County for injury to a child/elderly/disabled individual with intentional serious bodily injury or mental impairment.
- On Tuesday, February 11, 2026, just after 8:45 p.m., deputies responded to the disturbance call.
- On Wednesday, February 12, 2026, shortly after 8:30 p.m., deputies responded to serve the warrant on Binder.
The players
Rodney Jerome Wallace
A 48-year-old resident of Bellville, Texas who was arrested on Tuesday for criminal trespass.
Lawrance Alan Binder
A 68-year-old resident of Katy, Texas who was arrested on Wednesday on an out-of-county warrant for injury to a child/elderly/disabled individual.
What’s next
The suspects will face the charges in the Washington County judicial system. The injury case from Chambers County may also proceed separately.
The takeaway
These arrests demonstrate the Washington County Sheriff's Office's commitment to responding to reports of criminal activity and executing warrants to hold suspects accountable, even for charges originating in other jurisdictions.
