In an effort to keep our neighborhoods safe, Crime Stoppers of Houston and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are seeking the public’s help locating the following individuals that have active Felony and/or Misdemeanor Warrants. 

Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the location and arrest of the suspects featured. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. All tipsters remain anonymous. Only tips and calls DIRECTLY TO Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.

All warrants are active at the time this press release was created and is subject to change.  Crime Stoppers of Houston and this news organization are not making any legal claims that this is the most current legal status. 

The following individuals all have active warrants as of January 4, 2024 at 5:30 pm.

JOY ANTOINETTE BLANTONB/F      11-24-98      5’03”/156 Lbs.      Blk/Bro Warrant #: 1595739 THEFT AGGREGATE =>$2,500<$30K Last known location: Houston Texas

SARAH CATHERINE BONIABYW/F      11-25-77      5’07”/240 Lbs.      Bln/Blu Warrant #: 1846751 BURGLARY OF HABITATION Last known location: Houston Texas

TONY CHAVISB/M      05-30-78      5’09”/155 Lbs.      Blk/Bro Warrant #: 1842022 UNL POSS FIREARM BY FELON Last known location: Missouri City Texas

STACEY LEIGH COLLINSW/F      01-26-65      5’06”/162 Lbs.      Bro/Bro Warrant #: 1846220 DWI THIRD Last known location: Houston Texas

JAMES WESLEY DERINGTONW/M      10-07-87      6’00”/190 Lbs.      Bld/Blu Warrant #: 1845960, 1847748 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF >=$2,500<30K FRAUD/USE/POSS ID INFO- 5-9 IT Last known location: Houston Texas

CULLEN BRANT ELLEDGEW/M      02-06-93      5’10”/130 Lbs.      Brn/Haz Warrant #: 1846753 SEXUAL ASSAULT PROH/DEVIATE Last known location: Houston Texas

LATOYSHA MONIQU KILPATRICKB/F      02-05-81      5’09”/225 Lbs.      Blk/Bro Warrant #: 1846579 CREDIT CARD/DEBT CARD ABUSE EL Last known location: Houston Texas

DAVID MARTINEZ JRW/M      08-27-90      5’03”/130 Lbs.      Blk/Bro Warrant #: 1838819, 1838820 TAMPER/FABRICATE PHYS EVD W/IN EVADING ARREST/DETENTION W/VEH Last known location: Pearland Texas

MELISSA ROJAS DOMINGUEZW/F      03-09-03      5’02”/145 Lbs.      Blk/Bro Warrant #: 1838252 UNAUTH USE OF VEHICLE Last known location: Houston Texas

ASPEN DAJUAR VAN DURANB/M      01-14-96      5’11”/168 Lbs.      Bro/Bro Warrant #: 1607949 ASSAULT-FAMILY MEMBER Last known location: Richmond Texas

Perry, Iowa, witnessed a tragic incident on Thursday as multiple individuals were shot at the city’s high school, marking a devastating start to students’ return to classes after the winter break. The shooting unfolded before the scheduled commencement of the school day, with few students and faculty present at Perry High School.

Two victims, both suffering from gunshot wounds, were rushed to Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, approximately 40 miles southeast of Perry. Dallas County Sheriff Adam Infante stated that the suspected shooter, believed to be the cause of the violence, succumbed to a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The law enforcement official providing this information spoke to The Associated Press anonymously due to the sensitivity of the ongoing investigation.

The shooting, which transpired against the backdrop of the Iowa caucuses, occurred shortly after Republican presidential candidates were campaigning in the vicinity. Reports of an active shooter surfaced at 7:37 a.m., prompting law enforcement response within seven minutes.

During a press conference, Sheriff Infante revealed that officers discovered multiple individuals with injuries, though the exact number and their conditions remained unconfirmed. UnityPoint Health, the operator of the Des Moines hospital, confirmed the admission of two gunshot victims.

The high school, shared with the town’s middle school, was surrounded by numerous emergency vehicles, emphasizing the severity of the situation. Witnesses recounted moments of chaos and fear, with students fleeing classrooms upon hearing gunshots.

Zander Shelley, a 15-year-old student, managed to escape harm by seeking refuge in a classroom. His father, Kevin Shelley, described the harrowing experience, emphasizing the intense fear he felt upon receiving his son’s distressing text messages.

Rachael Kares, an 18-year-old senior, shared her account of hearing four spaced gunshots during jazz band practice, prompting a swift evacuation. Many students, including Kares, ran out past the football field amid shouts urging them to leave the premises.

The FBI, alongside local law enforcement, was involved in the investigation led by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation. As information trickled in, the community grappled with uncertainty, with some parents still searching for their children.

Perry’s mayor, Dirk Cavanaugh, emphasized the lack of confirmed numbers regarding those involved in the incident. Distraught parents, anxious for their children’s safety, awaited updates as law enforcement worked to gather accurate information.

The Perry Community School District, encompassing 1,785 students, serves as the backdrop for this tragic event. Perry’s diverse population, with 31% Hispanic residents, adds complexity to the community’s response. As authorities continue their investigation, the town of Perry mourns the impact of this senseless act of violence on its educational institution.

On January 3rd, over 900 pages of mostly unredacted documents were made public, disclosing the names of more than 100 individuals associated with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. The release followed a federal judge’s December ruling to unseal the information, shedding light on Epstein’s network, encompassing business associates, accusers, and other connections.

While the unsealed documents do not contain an explicit list of associates, they were anticipated to include names from Epstein’s private jet flight logs, known as the “Lolita Express.” Previous public disclosures, such as flight manifests and his private calendar, had already exposed individuals with business or social ties to Epstein, a convicted sex offender. Many have denied any involvement in or knowledge of his illicit activities.

The release of names stems from a defamation lawsuit initiated in 2015 by Virginia Giuffre against British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell. Maxwell was found guilty in 2021 on conspiracy and trafficking charges related to her role in Epstein’s abuse of underage girls.

The court documents list 184 individuals identified as “J. Does,” ranging from J. Doe #3 to J. Doe #187. Some names are repeated, and a small number involve minors or sexual assault victims, protected from public disclosure as per the judge’s directive.

Among the prominent figures mentioned in the documents are Britain’s Prince Andrew, who settled a lawsuit in 2022 with Virginia Giuffre. The documents include a deposition from Johanna Sjoberg, accusing Prince Andrew of inappropriate behavior in 2001, which Buckingham Palace previously labeled as “categorically untrue.”

Former President Bill Clinton’s name also appears in the documents, with a spokesperson reiterating that Clinton had not been accused of wrongdoing and had no knowledge of Epstein’s crimes.

Other notable names include Alan Dershowitz, who defended Epstein in the 2008 criminal case, and public figures like Michael Jackson and Donald Trump, mentioned in the context of their interactions with Epstein.

As the unsealed documents provide a detailed glimpse into Epstein’s social circles, investigations into the individuals listed continue. The revelations underscore the complexity of Epstein’s network and the ongoing efforts to address the ramifications of his extensive criminal activities.