Evading Arrest, Discharging Firearm, and Drug Possession Lead Bookings

10 bookings reported at Tom Green County Jail in the past 24 hours

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Corrections officers at the Tom Green County Jail report 10 bookings in the past 24 hours, led by arrests for evading arrest with a vehicle, disorderly conduct discharge/display firearm, and motion to revoke probation on possession of a controlled substance. There are currently 502 individuals booked in the Tom Green County Jail.

Why it matters

The high number of bookings for serious offenses like evading arrest and firearm-related charges highlights ongoing public safety concerns in the San Angelo area, as well as the challenges facing the local criminal justice system in managing a large jail population.

The details

The 10 bookings included charges such as evading arrest with a vehicle, disorderly conduct discharge/display firearm, and motion to revoke probation on possession of a controlled substance. Some of the other charges included driving while intoxicated, assault causing bodily injury, and possession of a controlled substance.

  • In the past 24 hours, from February 15, 2026 to February 16, 2026.

The players

Tom Green County Jail

The county jail where the 10 bookings occurred in the past 24 hours.

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The takeaway

The high number of serious arrests in San Angelo underscores the ongoing challenges facing the local criminal justice system in maintaining public safety and addressing issues like substance abuse, mental health, and repeat offenders. Community leaders and law enforcement will likely need to continue working together to find solutions.