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Oct. 10, 2023
Volume 58 l Number 165
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Seguin PD intercepts 13 kilos of cocaine
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Job Fair giving exoffenders a second chance 2nd Chance Job Fair scheduled for Wednesday Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- More than a half of million dollars in drugs was seized Friday morning following a traffic stop on Interstate 10. Seguin Police officials say the incident, involving a GMC pick-up truck, was reported at 11:30 a.m. in the 1800 block of Interstate 10 East. During the traffic stop, officers conducted a search of the vehicle and located more than 13 kilos of cocaine, a large amount of US currency, and a firearm. The estimated street value of the seized narcotics is valued at more than $550,000. Arrested was Homar Lopez, 35, of Hidalgo. He was booked into the
Guadalupe County Jail and charged with manufacturing/delivery of a controlled substance and unlawful carrying of a weapon. In the meantime, Seguin police officials remind the public that it can help prevent and solve other drug crimes occurring in and around Seguin. Anyone with information regarding drug trafficking is asked to contact the Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers at 877-403-TIPS. Tips and calls directly to Crime Stoppers are anonymous. Information that leads to an arrest or charges being filed, could result in a cash reward. This case remains under investigation.
Helping you find the right house to call HOME. BJ Jeffers 830-560-0057
(Seguin) – Finding a job can already be a tough and stressful thing. So, now imagine how even more challenging it is for those who have been incarcerated and are needing a second chance. Well, that second chance will come their way this Wednesday. The New Braunfels Food Bank will be partnering with Workforce Solutions Alamo and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for its 2nd Chance Job Fair. Organizers say the job fair will feature over 25 employers who are actively hiring and who have friendly policies for job seekers with a background.
Organizers say the job fair helps those who have been in jail and works to reestablish them in the community. The event will also include free professional head shots, community resources and a chance to win a MacBook Pro. The job fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday at the New Braunfels Food Bank located at 1620 S. Seguin Ave.