All former Devine high school and junior/middle school Cheerleaders and Pep Squads will be honored at this year’s Homecoming! Gather your squads and join in the festivities at the Friday night Homecoming football game on Sept. 26 at Warhorse Stadium, and the DExSTA Social on Saturday, Sept. 27 at 1pm at the VFW (Old Green Alamo) for all alumni! Check out the Facebook page for the Devine Ex-Student Teacher Association, or contact DExSTA President Nancy Saathoff at 210-289-6205, for more information.
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Lytle State Bank makes donation to Wreaths Across America
Franklin Wanjura, Jr. and Pam Wanjura accept a donation check from Randy Garcia, President of Lytle State Bank for the 1st Annual Wreaths Across America ceremony for the Lytle Community. The ceremony will be held at all 3 of the Lytle Cemeteries: Lytle Community Cemetery, Masonic Cemetery and the Concepcion Cemetery.
“Franklin and I have helped with the Devine Wreaths Across America program for the last few years, and wanted to do this for our community. So together with other volunteers, we are working to cover the 210 wreaths that are needed for the 3 cemeteries,” stated Pam Wanjura. “We started back in January of this year going through records and talking to family members to find out if anyone had served that is buried in the three local cemeteries. It has taken a lot of time and patience.”
The wreaths are $17.00 each and the Ceremony is slated for December 13, 2025 at 11:00 am.
If you would like to donate to the Wreaths Across America, the Lytle group will be at Lytle State Bank on Friday, August 15th, or you can contact Efrain Vasquez at sergeantmajorpain88@gmail.com or Pam Wanjura at pamwan@sbcglobal.net.
Please make checks payable to: Wreaths Across America; ID TXLTCC, P.O. Box 249, Columbia Falls, ME 04623.
Local Police Report
Natalia Police Report
07/29 – On July 29th Officers responded to a minor accident at the 2100 block of FM 471.
07/31 – On July 31st, Officers were dispatched to County Road 6841 regarding a Disturbance.
08/02 – On August 2nd, Officers responded to a dog bite at Highway 132 & FM 471.
08/04 – On August 4th, Officers were dispatched to 20000 block of FM 471 regarding a Civil Matter.
Devine Police Report
July 25
15:40PM – Officer dispatched to Hondo Ave W for theft of a weed
eater.
15:50PM – Complainant at Moore Ave W requested police presence while entering home to see if anyone was inside. All okay.
July 26
8:38AM – Complainant advised male laying on ground on Hondo Ave. E. Police indentified subject and gave him courtesy ride.
14:50PM – Officer dispatched to CR 6611 for physical disturbance. One male had warrant for robbery. Assisted taking male into custody.
18:06PM – Officer initiated stop on Bright Dr S. Male subject was cited with DWLI.
July 27
2:04AM – Officer assisted with minor accident on IH 35 SB, MM 124. Male subject cited with DWLI.
7:35AM – Complainant on Moible Parkway advised she was assaulted by her daughter, who departed the scene. Daughter returned while officer still on location and was taken into custody. Jailed for assault BI-FV, POM <20 oz. (0.024 oz) and possession of drug paraphernalia.
17:01PM – Assisted MCSO with three males arguing with employee at IH 35 N. Subject identified by police and arrested for POCS PG 1/1-B < 1G.
23:24PM – Male subject stopped on Herring Ave E and cited for DWLI.
July 28
3:26AM – Officer dispatched to Upson Dr N for male subject asleep on benches. Strong odor of marijuana detected upon contact. Cited and jailed for public intoxication.
July 29
11:23AM – Complainant on Teel Dr N called in reference to an elderly male in a small gray older model pickup unable to maintain lanes. Followed driver to residence, he stated he was just tired and distracted.
13:30PM – Complainant on IH 35 SB reported ladder in roadway. Unable to locate.
22:12PM – Officer noticed vehicle leaving business on SH 132 N after closed hours. Made contact with subject and was business manager.
July 30
12:10PM – Complainant on McAnnely Ave advised had been trying to get ahold of subject for follow up but no answer. Further stated that house call lady has not been able to reach subject either. Officer successfully made contact with subject who stated she was okay.
18:15PM – Complainant on IH 35 S called in reference to a driver in a brown Equinox who threw a can at them and flipped them off. Unable to locate.
18:30PM – Officer dispatched to Brown Ave due to a 911 hand up. Made contact with male subject and EMS arrived on scene to take male to hospital.
July 31
17:20PM – Officer dispatched to Oak Hill Dr for minor accident.
17:40PM – Complainant on Colonial Pkwy E advised a white Dodge pickup had stalled in roadway. Unable to locate.
Lytle Police Report
Monday, July 28
12:39 AM – 19600 Blk. Bruce St. – Officers responded to a report of loud music. The music was turned down.
6:00 AM – 19900 Blk. IH 35 – Officer was informed that the Renal Care alarm system is in test mode until 9:00 PM.
8:38 AM – Lytle PD – An 18 year old female turned herself in at the PD for an active warrant out of Medina County for Possession of a Controlled Substance. Subject was booked into the Medina County Jail.
10:45 AM – 100 Blk. Quail Ridge – Officer conducted a follow-up on an open case outside the city limits of Lytle.
11:35 AM – 14200 Blk. Railroad St. – Officer was flagged down for directions to a lawnmower shop on Old Pearsall Rd.
1:20 PM – Somerset St. @ Cottage St. – Officer provided a courtesy ride to a female having vehicle troubles to the HEB Plus.
2:00 PM – Lytle PD – Officer released personal property from a previous accident.
9:16 PM – IH 35 Frontage Rd. @ McDonald St. – Officer observed a disabled vehicle and provided traffic control until the vehicle was towed from the scene.
9:26 PM – 15100 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
Tuesday, July 29
4:52 AM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officers responded to a homeless male rummaging through the dumpster.
8:47 AM – 19700 Blk. IH 35 – Officer responded to a male slumping over in a car. Everything was okay.
2:13 PM – 15100 Blk. Adams St. – Officer responded to an unknown male who refused EMS. A family member picked him up.
4:54 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officers responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
Wednesday, July 30
12:05 AM – IH 35 NB @ MM 133 – Officers responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
2:17 AM – N. Benton St. @ Railroad St. – Officer observed a train stopped and blocking the crossing.
4:26 AM – 14800 Blk. Lytle-Somerset St. – Officer responded to a report of a reckless blue Chevrolet Camaro but could not find it.
12:35 PM – 100 Blk. Quail Ridge – Officers conducted a follow-up on an open case outside the city limits of Lytle.
3:35 PM – 15000 Blk. Main St. – Officer provided traffic control for a 1992 Peterbilt dump truck having engine problems to the 19600 Blk. of Martin St.
4:10 PM – Main St. @ Benton St. – Officer provided traffic control for a 2018 Chevrolet Camaro with engine problems to the 400 Blk. of CR 6841.
6:07 PM – Main St. @ FM 2790 N. – Officer assisted with a 2019 Ford F350 that dropped its trailer on the railroad tracks. The crossing was cleared in a few minutes.
9:40 PM – Assist Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office – FM 3175 @ Hoffman Rd. – Officers responded outside the city limits of Lytle to a report of a fire (smoke) in the area but could not find it.
10:15 PM – 63300 Blk. Hernandez Ln. – Officer provided a courtesy ride to a male from the Coal Mine subdivision.
Thursday, July 31
8:20 AM – Adams St. @ Pecan St. – Officer assisted a male with bicycle issues in the middle of the street.
8:29 AM – 15100 Blk. Main St. – Officer was waved down by a male requesting directions.
8:35 AM – Lytle PD – Officer fingerprinted two females for employment purposes.
11:21 AM – Lytle PD – Officer received a call regarding a lost ring at the HEB Plus on 7/29/2025 valued at $5,000.
11:30 AM – 19500 Blk. Benton St. – Officers responded to a house fire. No one was at home, and there were no injuries.
12:45 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to the attempted theft of $280 worth of steaks but was confronted by an employee and departed without the merchandise in a blue Ram pickup.
2:18 PM – 19500 Blk. S. IH 35 Frontage Rd. – Officer responded to a welfare check but was unable to locate the homeless male.
4:16 PM – Main St. @ FM 2790 N. – Officers responded to assist a motorist who ran out of gas.
5:06 PM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke to a complainant regarding a previous case.
5:38 PM – 14900 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to the report of a stolen vehicle to discover it was repossessed.
5:50 PM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke to a motorist regarding traffic control due to TXDOT closing the Natalia exits.
6:25 PM – 14600 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle to discover it was the cleaning crew for the bank.
7:14 PM – Assist Atascosa EMS – 18700 Blk. N. Benton St. – Officers responded to assist a patient having a medical emergency.
9:16 PM – 15100 Blk. Main St. – Officer observed a disabled female motorist. The vehicle was able to get back on the roadway.
10:14 PM – Main St. @ Railroad St. – Officers initiated a traffic stop for no license plate light, which resulted in the citation and release of a 25 year old male for possession of drug paraphernalia.
10:19 PM – 14900 Blk. Lytle-Somerset St. – Officer responded to a report of loud music but was unable to locate it.
11:14 PM – 14800 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to an active alarm. The business was secure.
Friday, August 01
2:24 AM – Assist Medina County Sheriff’s Office – 300 Blk. CR 6845 – Officer responded outside the city limits of Lytle for a 911 hang up. Everything was okay.
4:30 AM – SH 132 N. Medina County – Officer observed that the 45 MPH sign was missing. TXDOT was notified.
6:49 AM – 15000 Blk. Mesquite St. – Officer received a phone call from a resident regarding vehicles using her driveway.
8:28 AM – 20200 Blk. IH 35 – Officer responded to a report of a reckless driver, and the vehicle was parked without any occupants.
12:30 PM – 20200 Blk. IH 35 – Officer responded to assist with six dogs in the cab of a 2007 Freightliner.
3:20 PM – 15000 Blk. Short St. – Officer responded to a report of a person inside a home without permission to discover that the home was secure. Landlord / Tenant Dispute.
4:25 PM – 14600 Blk. FM 2790 – Officers responded to unlock a 2024 Ford Maverick.
5:00 PM – 15200 Blk. Main St. – Officer spoke to a complainant on the phone regarding a child custody issue.
6:14 PM – 19400 Blk. S. Somerset St. – Officer responded to a child custody issue.
6:45 PM – Lytle PD – Officer released the key to the 18-wheeler on an earlier service call at the Roadster Truck Stop.
8:40 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to unlock a 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
8:50 PM – Assist Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office – 700 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded outside the city limits of Lytle to a report of a loose horse.
9:15 PM – IH 35 Frontage Rd. @ McDonald St. – Officer initiated a traffic stop for wrong colored clearance lamps, which resulted in the arrest of a 41 year old male for Felony Driving While Intoxicated with a Child. Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
Saturday, August 02
8:00 AM – 15400 Blk. Main St. – Officers observed a homeless female known to have a criminal trespass warning at the above location. The 54 year old female was arrested and booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
11:51 AM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officers attended a special event.
4:04 PM – 19800 Blk. IH 35 – Officer responded to unlock a 2012 Dodge Ram pickup.
5:46 PM – Assist Bexar County Sheriff’s Office – IH 35 SB MM 134 – Officer responded outside the city limits of Lytle to a report of road rage with a silver BMW.
6:07 PM – Assist Bexar County Sheriff’s Office – 17900 Blk. IH 35 S. – Officer responded outside the city limits of Lytle for a sign in the roadway. Officer remained on scene until TXDOT arrived to remove the sign.
7:30 PM – IH 35 MM 131 – Officer responded to a report of a reckless driver and could not locate the vehicle.
7:39 PM – 20000 Blk. IH 35 SB – Officer towed a suspicious 2019 Nissan Altima that was sitting at the Hacienda Jaliscience since July 22, 2025.
11:46 PM – FM 2790 @ IH-35 Access Rd. – Officer initiated a traffic stop for no license plate light, which resulted in the arrest of the passenger, a 50 year old male, for an active warrant out of Bexar County for Assault Family Violence. Subject was charged with resisting arrest, failing to ID as a Fugitive, and Possession of a Controlled Substance (26.4 Grams). The driver, a 36 year old female, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance (14 Grams). Both subjects were booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
Sunday, August 03
1:45 AM – 19800 Blk. Doc Holiday – Officer responded to a hit-and-run accident. The driver who fled the scene was arrested in Von Ormy a short time later for DWI.
7:35 AM – 18800 Blk. Wisdom Rd. – Officer responded to the death of an 81-year-old male.
4:35 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officers responded to the theft of $40 worth of miscellaneous items, which resulted in the arrest of a 35 year old male for theft (enhanced with prior conviction). Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
7:00 PM – 19000 Blk. Priest Blvd. – Officer assisted in the opening of the Fincher Annex for a cooling station when the power was out in the AEP Electric Co. section of Lytle.
11:30 PM – Walter Joyce Football Stadium – Officers attended the Lytle High School football team’s midnight practice.
ESD2 considering big change,to host public meeting Aug. 12 to hear proposals from Devine Fire and ESD1
MCESD#2 who collects tax dollars to provide fire protection in the Devine area, has called a special public meeting for Tuesday, August 12th because they are discussing whether they will be contracting with ESD1 for fire services or staying with the Devine Volunteer Fire Dept. Costs and options will be presented to the board and it is their hope that citizens will attend to listen to the presentations.
They are having a called meeting on August 12th at 7:00 PM at the firehouse to hear proposals from both DVFD and MCESD1 to provide services to include any or all of the following: full time firefighters, leadership, accounting, maintenance and related services.
ESD2 purchased and owns the Fire House across from Devine High School on CR 5710, the fire engines, and most of the equipment and assets. DVFD has been able to provide the volunteers for fire services for many years, but has experienced a lot of changes in leadership and personnel in the past year, loss of volunteers, and financial problems. The transition to a paid fire department alongside the volunteers has affected the expenses as well.
The ESD#2 regular meeting will be the following week, on August 19 to set the budget and make decisions.
“As always we appreciate participation and really hope that everyone who’s concerned would be able to make it and hear our options alongside of us,” said Abigail Beadle, ESD2 Commissioner. Other ESD2 Board members are President Todd Summers, Jeff Howard, Ken Nighswander, Jerry Stevens.
Devine Volunteer Fire Department currently provides the service with a mix of paid fire fighters and volunteers. Less than a year ago in October 2024, the DVFD added 6 paid fire fighter positions and have recently discovered it needs much more money to keep it going than originally proposed by the prior Fire Chief Greg Atkinson who resigned. In July the DVFD provided an estimated budget with expenses to the ESD2 board by DVFD Fire Chief Jessica Martinez and Office Mgr. Sophia Benavidez.
Fire Chief Clint Cooke of MC ESD1 talked briefly at the July meeting about the various choices ESD1 offers , ability of keeping the local volunteers and department, all while providing leadership and fire services through ESD1.
Devine Youth Sports Golf closes outseason with awards
What a fantastic way to close out our golf season! A huge CONGRATULATIONS to all of our players for their effort, sportsmanship, and improvement throughout the year. We’re so proud of every one of you!
Intermediate Girls
1st – Violett Miranda
2nd – Emmi Gilliam
3rd – Elena Alexander
Player of the Year: Emmi Gilliam
Intermediate Boys
1st – Gunnar Weber
2nd – Luke Downing
3rd – Daniel Baxter
Player of the year: Jaxson Schott
Advanced Boys
1st – Cohen Carr
2nd – Cooper Stricker
3rd – Charles Stricker
Player of the Year: Cohen Carr
Give blood and enterAug 23 to win
The Devine Masonic Lodge is inviting the community to take part in giving a blood donation on Saturday, August 23 anywhere from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event will take place at 612 W. Moore Ave Devine, TX 78016. Everyone is encouraged to come out and help save a life with the donation of blood, at which the first six donors will receive the following incentives:
1st donation: T-shirt
2nd donation: $20 gift card
3rd donation: $30 gift card
4th donation: $40 gift card
5th donation: $50 gift card
6th donation: $60 gift card + grand prize entry ($500 value)
Register for your appointment and reminder today at donatebloodtoday.com
UIL heat safety guidelines for outside athletics and marching band
Jerel Beaty
Staff Writer
The University Interscholastic League has a big say in protocols school districts must follow to help reduce the chances of heat related issues that could arise with the beginning of football, tennis, Cross Country, and marching band. The following is from the UIL website.
WBGT
The UIL heat guidelines emphasize the use of Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) to monitor heat stress and ensure the safety of student-athletes during outdoor activities.
The guidelines are designed to protect student-athletes from heat-related illnesses by implementing scientifically validated monitoring and response strategies. Schools are encouraged to familiarize themselves with these guidelines to ensure a safe environment for outdoor activities. For more detailed information, you can refer to the official UIL resources.
Key Components of the UIL Heat Guidelines
Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT): The UIL has adopted WBGT as the standard measurement for assessing heat stress. This measurement considers temperature, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation, providing a comprehensive view of environmental conditions that affect athletes’ safety.
Monitoring Protocols
Regular WBGT Readings: Schools are required to take WBGT readings every 30 minutes during outdoor practices, with the first reading taken within 15 minutes before practice starts.
Record Keeping: It is essential to maintain a record of WBGT readings for all outdoor activities to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
Activity Modifications: Based on WBGT levels, schools must adjust outdoor activities to prevent heat-related illnesses. This includes modifying practice intensity, scheduling, and hydration breaks according to established WBGT thresholds.
Emergency Action Plans: All schools must have a plan in place to address heat emergencies, including access to rapid cooling methods such as cold-water immersion tubs or ice wraps.
Cooling Zones: Schools are required to establish cooling zones for WBGT readings of 80°F or higher, ensuring that athletes have access to immediate cooling options.
Hydration and Rest: Coaches must provide unlimited access to water during practices, and rest breaks should focus on rehydration. The guidelines specify the number and duration of rest breaks based on WBGT levels.
Key Updates for 2025-2026
Rapid Cooling Zone Requirement Adjustment: It is a requirement that all schools have equipment that allows for full body immersion in ice water if an individual is experiencing heat illness and distress.
WBGT readings must be taken within 15 minutes prior to the start of practice to ensure accuracy.
Consistent Monitoring: When possible, the same individual should take all WBGT readings during the practice window for consistency.
TWO-A-DAYS are UNDERWAY!
Best of luck to the Horses, Mustangs, & Pirates
Jerel Beaty
Staff Writer
High school football is back!
As the August sun beats down on South Texas, the smell of fresh-cut grass, athletic tape, and determination fills the air in small towns like Devine, Lytle, and Natalia. And with it comes the grueling tradition of two-a-day practices, more intense weight-training sessions, and post-practice sprints followed by ice baths and rehab, and first and second scrimmages that all combine to set the tone for the season ahead.
To the proud football squads here’s wishing you the absolute best in 2025 as you lace up your cleats, buckle your chin straps, and latch those pesky clips in front of your shoulder pads prior to doing the dirty work that many do not even knows exists during these next three weeks of critical preparation.
While it is true that district championships are not won during the initial parts of the training cycle, the habits formed now, good or bad, will be the ones that carry through the season and ultimately play a huge role in the success of each team’s campaign.
Wishing all good health above all else, then sending out good luck and winning vibes to each team’s program.
Meet Severo…
Severo is an active child with a big imagination, who is friendly and likes playing with his toys and peers.
Severo likes Mario Brothers characters and games, along with his collection of the Mario Brothers toys. He is also a fan of superheroes movies and action figures. For Halloween he is thinking about dressing up like a superhero.
Severo is currently not in any school activities at school but enjoys being active.
Severo is not sure what he wants to do when he grows up, but has a big imagination, so the sky’s the limit on his possibilities, with the guidance of his future forever family, encouraging him along the way, as he grows to reach his full potential.
Severo enjoys eating out, going to the movies, going to stores, and collecting replicas of his favorite characters. A fun fact about Severo, one of his favorite foods is “Hot Pockets”.
Severo does not have any pets at home but likes animals, as he enjoys playing with dogs and cats.
If you think you could be a forever family for Severo or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.
Local Police Report
Lytle Police Report
Monday, July 21
12:18 AM – 20200 Blk. IH 35 – Officers responded to a report of an aggravated robbery. Further investigation determined that the robbery occurred at the rest area south of Lytle, outside the city limits. The investigation was turned over to the Medina County Sheriff’s Office.
1:16 AM – Cortez Rd. @ Main St. – Officers conducted a traffic stop on a four-wheeler for driving without lights, which resulted in the vehicle fleeing the scene. The pursuit was terminated for safety reasons.
9:49 AM – 20200 Blk. IH 35 – Officers responded to a 911 hangup to discover it was an accidental call.
11:50 AM – IH 35 Frontage Rd. @ FM 2790 – Officer responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
1:27 PM – 19400 Blk. Davis St. – Officer responded to a verbal disturbance between a female patient and the office staff. The female received a Criminal Trespass Warning.
3:10 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a report of a road rage incident that occurred on Lytle-Somerset St.
5:00 PM – S. Somerset St. @ Railroad St. – Officer was advised by the Union Pacific Railroad that the railroad crossing, and lights were activated, but no train would be passing. The crossing was back in service at 8:00 PM.
10:21 PM – 14800 Blk. Harbour St. – Officers responded to a 911 hangup to discover it was a child playing on the phone.
Tuesday, July 22
2:33 AM – 20000 Blk. IH 35 – Officers observed a vehicle with temporary tags parked after hours. The vehicle was unoccupied, and the keys were left in the car. The keys were secured at the PD.
9:37 AM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to unlock a 2007 Ram 3500 pickup.
10:39 AM – IH 35 NB @ MM 132 – Officer provided traffic control for a motorist changing a flat tire.
1:20 PM – 15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officer conducted an annual fire inspection.
5:34 PM – IH 35 Frontage Rd. @ FM 3175 – Officer provided traffic control for a vehicle preparing to tow another vehicle on the side of the roadway.
Wednesday, July 23
6:28 AM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to check on a homeless male in the roadway but was unable to locate him.
9:34 AM – 15100 Blk. Main St. – Officer was flagged down by a male regarding business hours for the location.
10:21 AM – 19900 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded to a report of a suspicious person but was unable to locate the male.
10:30 AM – Lytle PD – Officers provided a tour of the facility to a group of homeschoolers.
1:00 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to unlock a 2014 Toyota Camry.
3:35 PM – FM 3175 @ IH 35 Frontage Rd. – Officer observed a vehicle stranded in the roadway and assisted in pushing the vehicle out of the road.
7:07 PM – 15000 Blk. Main St. – Officers initiated a traffic stop for no front license plate, which resulted in the impounding of a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The driver had a license plate belonging to another vehicle, no driver’s
license, and no insurance. The driver was cited and released.
7:50 PM – 14800 Blk. Lytle-Somerset Rd. – Officer responded to an active alarm and discovered that everything was okay.
11:04 PM – 17900 Blk. Rockys Circle – Officers responded to a report of a suspicious person but were unable to locate the male.
11:35 PM – 63300 Blk. Hidalgo St. – Officers responded to a 911 hangup. Everything was okay.
Thursday, July 24
12:54 AM – 20200 Blk. IH 35 – Officers responded to a report of a male passed out in a car and discovered the male was sleeping.
5:28 AM – Assist Atascosa EMS – 14700 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to assist a patient having a medical emergency.
10:03 AM – 15000 Blk. Main St. – Officers conducted a Certificate of Occupancy Inspection.
10:04 AM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officers responded to a two-vehicle injury accident. One driver was transported to the hospital.
1:46 PM – Lytle PD – Officer received information that a 53 year old male was arrested in San Antonio on a Lytle PD warrant from an HEB Plus theft case on April 14, 2025.
5:00 PM – 20100 Blk. IH 35 – Officers attended the Lytle Chamber of Commerce “Project Network” event.
6:40 PM – Assist Atascosa EMS –15100 Blk. Main St. – Officer assisted a patient having a medical emergency.
6:40 PM – 14600 Blk. Main St. – Officer received a phone call and assisted a stranded driver trying to get to San Antonio.
8:45 PM – IH 35 NB @ MM 131 – Officers responded to search for a reckless 18-wheeler but were unable to locate it.
10:45 PM – IH 35 SB @ MM 132 – Officers responded to a two-vehicle fatality accident.
Friday, July 25
12:27 AM – 14600 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded to the report of a vehicle in a ditch. The driver reversed out of the ditch.
3:20 AM – IH 35 SB @ MM 131 – Officer responded outside the city limits of Lytle and discovered the drivers exchanged information and elected not to file a report.
12:15 PM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a two-vehicle non-injury hit-and-run accident.
7:55 PM – 19700 Blk. IH 35 – Officers assisted in jump-starting a vehicle that had become stranded.
8:05 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a 911 hangup that was the result of a verbal disturbance.
9:46 PM – IH 35 @ MM 131 – The officer responded to a report of debris in the roadway but was unable to locate it.
11:22 PM – 15000 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded and spoke to the driver of the vehicle. Everything was okay.
Saturday, July 26
12:06 AM – 15000 Blk. Main St. – Officer initiated a traffic stop for speeding, which resulted in the arrest of a 40 year old male for Driving While Intoxicated. Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
4:17 AM – 15400 Blk. Main St. -) Officers issued a Criminal Trespass Warning to a homeless female.
12:03 PM – Assist Texas DPS – 400 Blk. Naegelin Rd. – Officer responded outside the city limits of Lytle to assist in an Evading Motor Vehicle arrest.
5:07 PM – First St. @ CR 681 – Officers responded to speak with a resident who required information about a guest.
5:35 PM – Assist Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office – FM 2790 @ Southwind – Officers responded outside the city limits of Lytle to assist with a speeding vehicle that ran off the roadway but could not locate it.
5:40 PM – FM 2790 @ Farmer – Officers initiated a traffic stop for expired motor vehicle registration, which resulted in the arrest of a 44 year old male for Driving While Intoxicated. Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
9:25 PM – 16000 Blk. Cabana Dr. – Officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle but were unable to locate the vehicle.
9:36 PM – 18000 Blk. Lake Wind Dr. – Officers responded to a report of a resident’s dog barking but could not locate anything wrong.
9:37 PM – 19300 Blk. S. Somerset St. – Officer responded to a report of a vehicle doing donuts in the parking lot but did not locate the vehicle.
Sunday, July 27
2:36 AM – 19400 Blk. S. Somerset St. – Officers responded to a report of a swerving vehicle but were unable to locate it.
12:17 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to unlock a Chevrolet Traverse.
1:19 PM – N. Somerset St. @ Laredo St. – Officer responded to an open 911 call but was unable to locate the caller.
9:57 PM – Main St. @ Somerset St. – Officers initiated a traffic stop for a defective headlight, which resulted in the arrest of a 50 year old male for Synthetic Urine (fake urine to pass a drug test). Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail, and a 46 year old female was cited and released for drug paraphernalia.
10:47 PM – 19000 Blk. N. Somerset St. – The officer responded to a report of a vehicle driving without headlights but was unable to locate it.
Natalia Local Police Report
07/20 – On 7/21/25 officers were dispatched to the 700 block of Palfrey Street for a physical disturbance in progress call. Upon officers arriving they discovered that the disturbance was between a boyfriend, and girlfriend.
07/22 – On 7/22/25 officers were dispatched to the 500 block of 3rd Street for a Terroristic Threats report, officers arrived and there they discovered that these threats were made via on-line. Officers are still investigating.
07/22 – On 7/22/25, officers were dispatched to a mobile home park located near the 2500 block of TX-132, for a disturbance report. Arriving officers found that this disturbance was among siblings over household chores. There were no arrests made and the situation was settled.
07/24 – On 7/24/2025 officers were dispatched to a business located near the 21000 block of FM 471 S. for a report of an unruly customer. Upon officers arrival they confronted the unruly male and gave him a criminal trespass warning. The male departed without incident.
07/25 – On 7/25/2025 officers working traffic control on TX-132 stopped a speeding vehicle. While conducting the traffic stop officers found drug paraphernalia in the vehicle. Officers issued the driver a citation for possessing the drug paraphernalia.
07/26 – On 7/26/2025 officers were dispatched to the 400 block of 7th Street for a threats report. Arriving officer was told that these threats were made via text message and were made due to the reporting parties involvement in a fight in another city. Officers documented the threats and an investigation ensued.