Galveston County Constables Office Precinct 1

09/06/2026

Friday, we lost a true legend in law enforcement, Joe Maffei.

Years before I began my own law enforcement career, I met Joe and had the privilege of spending time with the entire Maffei family. Joe was a highly professional lawman who was well known and deeply respected by both his fellow officers and the citizens he served.

The legendary stories of Joe, Bill Scott, Craig Tramonte, the Millos, and so many other GPD greats certainly played a part in inspiring me to pursue a career in law enforcement.

Joe retired from GPD shortly before I was hired as a GPD officer. As a rookie going through the field training program, you quickly learn that every FTO has their own style of policing. By the end of training, you begin developing your own style by taking bits and pieces from each officer who helped train and influence you.

Joe was never my FTO, but I can tell you that conversations with him on his back porch over a cold b**r helped shape and influence the kind of police officer I became.

Joe was a mentor to many, always willing to share his wisdom, whether it was on the streets, during a visit in the lobby of the federal courthouse, sitting on the back porch, or around the deer camp.

Joe Maffei will never be forgotten. His legacy will live on through the officers he influenced, the people he served, and the stories that will continue to be told around campfires for years to come; including classics like “Apple Sauce” and “The Blister.”

Kathryn and I send our deepest condolences to the entire Maffei family.

Rest easy, Joe Maffei #637. We’ve got it from here.

09/02/2026

𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐖𝐀𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐓 – 𝐓𝐄𝐗𝐀𝐒 𝐓𝐈𝐃𝐄

Over the past month, multiple deputies with the 𝐆𝐚𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐭 𝟏 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞’𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 participated in the United States Marshals Service Operation Washout – Texas Tide.

This month-long operation brought together 𝐟𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥, 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐚𝐰 𝐞𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬 with one common objective: 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐬.

The dedication and collective efforts of law enforcement throughout this operation are evident in the impressive results:

• 𝟒𝟔𝟓 𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬
• 𝟓𝟗𝟓 𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝
• 𝟐𝟑 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝
• 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲 $𝟐𝟏,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐢𝐧 𝐔.𝐒. 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝
• 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝟑𝟎𝟎 𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝

Operations of this magnitude demonstrate the importance of strong partnerships and cooperation among law enforcement agencies. These collaborative efforts were essential to the success of Operation Washout – Texas Tide.

The Galveston County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office will continue strengthening these partnerships and working alongside our local, state, and federal law enforcement partners to make Galveston County a safer community.

𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 – 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦.
𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐝. 𝐊𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞.

08/11/2026

On August 10, 2026, the Galveston County Precinct One Constable’s Office concluded a narcotics investigation at the Costa Azul Apartments, 3404 Ninth Avenue North in Texas City, with the ex*****on of a search warrant.

Investigators recovered narcotics and evidence of drug distribution. During the search, 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐞𝐥 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 was also found to have flushed narcotics and other evidence down a toilet.

Human was arrested and charged with 𝐓𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 (𝐏𝐆𝟑, 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝟐𝟖 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟎 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬), 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝. All charges are felonies.

Human is also reportedly on probation in connection with a pending felony drug case in Chambers County.

His bond was set at $𝟐𝟓𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎, and he was booked into the Galveston County Jail.

The Galveston County Precinct One Constable’s Office thanks the Texas City Police Department for their assistance during the search warrant.

All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

07/04/2026

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝟐𝟓𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚! 🇺🇸

The Fourth of July is more than fireworks, backyard cookouts, and waving the American flag. It marks the day our nation’s founders declared that liberty, freedom, and self-government were worth fighting for.

This year is especially meaningful as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday; a milestone honoring two and a half centuries of resilience, sacrifice, and the enduring spirit of the American people.

As we gather with family and friends, let us remember those who came before us, those who made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our freedoms, and the men and women who continue to serve and protect our communities every day.

From Constable Blake Patton & all of us at the 𝐆𝐚𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐜𝐭. 𝟏 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞, we wish you and your family a safe, joyful, and memorable Independence Day.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝟒𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝟐𝟓𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚! 🇺🇸

06/30/2026

Congratulations to Galveston County Pct. 1 Deputy Constable Mac Sanford on receiving the 2026 Public Service Award at the TCOLE Law Enforcement Achievement Awards Ceremony.

Deputy Sanford was recognized for his unwavering commitment to serving the citizens of Galveston County through the Sanford Clause, maintaining blessing boxes throughout the county, and organizing efforts to wrap water pipes for elderly and disabled residents during winter freezes.

Deputy Sanford exemplifies what it means to serve beyond the badge. His compassion, dedication, and selfless service have made a lasting impact on our community, and this recognition is well deserved.

The ceremony itself was a truly humbling experience. Hearing the stories of extraordinary public service, professional excellence, and acts of valor by law enforcement officers from across Texas was both inspiring and a powerful reminder of the dedication and sacrifice displayed every day by those who wear the badge.

Congratulations again, Deputy Sanford. We are proud to have you representing Galveston County Pct. 1 Constables Office.

06/21/2026

Shelter in place for areas of Texas City. Follow Texas City Police Department for updates!!

ALL CLEAR: The shelter in place has now been lifted, and the all-clear siren has been sounded.

Our emergency responders are continuing to conduct air monitoring as a precaution, but no further community action is required.

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UPDATE AT 10:36 a.m. -- The shelter in place remains in effect for the area of Texas City from 14th Street to 34th Street after an incident at Marathon.

There have been no reported injuries, and air monitoring by our emergency responders has not shown the presence of any chemicals.

However, because there is a large plume of smoke, the shelter in place remains as a safety precaution. Please continue to remain indoors if you are in the affected area and avoid exposure to the smoke.

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UPDATE: The shelter in place has been narrowed; it is now in effect from 14th Street to 34th Street.
Emergency responders continue to conduct air monitoring and assess the situation, and out of an abundance of caution, are leaving the shelter in place in effect while they do so.

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A shelter in place has been issued for the City of Texas City from Bay Street to SH-146, due to a reported fire at Marathon. Please remain indoors until conditions improve and an all-clear has been issued. ❗️

Emergency responders are on scene and are closely monitoring the situation, including monitoring the air quality.

We will post updates immediately as they become available.

06/18/2026

𝑪𝑶𝑹𝑹𝑬𝑪𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑨𝑳 𝑶𝑭𝑭𝑰𝑪𝑬𝑹𝑺 𝑨𝑹𝑹𝑬𝑺𝑻𝑬𝑫 𝑰𝑵 𝑻𝑬𝑿𝑨𝑺 𝑪𝑰𝑻𝒀

Today, deputies with the Galveston County Precinct One Constable’s Office assisted the Texas Office of Inspector General and the United States Marshals Service - Gulf Coast Violent Offender Fugitive Task Force in the arrest of two Texas City men.

Kenneth McDaniel Jr. and Kamron Kirk were taken into custody at their Texas City residences on charges of Civil Rights Violation – Sexual Improper Activity with a Person in Custody, a Second-Degree Felony issued by the honorable Judge Greg Rikard - Justice of the Peace Pct 1.

The arrests stem from a lengthy investigation conducted by the Texas Office of Inspector General, which alleged that both individuals engaged in sexual acts with inmates while employed as correctional officers with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Both suspects were transported to the Galveston County Jail and booked on the charges. Bond was set at $125,000 for each defendant.

06/08/2026

TEXAS CITY MAN ARRESTED FOR DISTRIBUTING SYNTHETIC NARCOTICS INTO TEXAS PRISONS

On June 2, 2026, deputies with the Galveston County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office assisted the U.S. Marshals Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Fugitive Task Force with the arrest of Deidrick Capers at his residence in Texas City.

The arrest stems from an investigation conducted by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Office of Inspector General and the United States Postal Inspection Service. As a result of that investigation, authorities obtained an arrest warrant out of Dallas County charging Capers with Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 2-A, 1-4 grams, with a bond set at $50,000.

Investigators determined that Capers was allegedly mailing synthetic narcotics, commonly known as K2, into correctional facilities across Texas. K2 has been linked to numerous overdoses, medical emergencies, and deaths in correctional facilities throughout the country.

Following the arrest, investigators executed a search warrant at Capers’ residence. During the search, deputies recovered more than 80 grams of synthetic narcotics and discovered a small laboratory used to prepare and package the drug for distribution.

As a result of the evidence recovered, the Galveston County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office additionally charged Capers with Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 2-A, 4-400 grams. Bond on that charge was set at $150,000.

Capers was booked into the Galveston County Jail. Additional charges from other jurisdictions are expected as the investigation continues.

The Galveston County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office remains committed to working alongside our local, state, and federal law enforcement partners to combat the distribution of dangerous narcotics and protect the safety of our communities

05/23/2026

Following a narcotics investigation, Galveston County Precinct One Deputies executed a search warrant at Isaiah Leigh’s Texas City apartment and recovered ten grams of co***ne, over a pound of ma*****na, drug distribution materials, more than $3,000 cash, and several fi****ms including an AK-47, AR-15, and G***k handgun.
Leigh was charged with Manufacture/Delivery of a Controlled Substance PG1 and later upgraded his problems after trying to sneak 30 grams of ma*****na into the Galveston County Jail hidden in his backside. Leigh earned an additional charge for Introduction of a Prohibited Substance into a Correctional Facility.
Also arrested was Devon Hayward for Possession of a Controlled Substance PG3.
Final score:
Drugs seized
Weapons seized
Two arrests made
Drug house closed

Precinct 1 Constables Office will continue reminding drug dealers that Galveston County is a bad place to conduct business.

03/10/2026

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