Kaufman County, TX – Matthew Wayne Gray, a 53-year-old male, was booked into the Kaufman County Jail on January 3, 2025, after being charged with a third driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense and resisting arrest. Gray is currently being held on a $75,000 bond.
Kaufman County, TX – Matthew Wayne Gray, a 53-year-old male, was booked into the Kaufman County Jail on January 3, 2025, after being charged with a third driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense and resisting arrest. Gray is currently being held on a $75,000 bond.
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), Gray was arrested on January 2, 2025, following an incident that led authorities to determine he was operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol. This marks Gray’s third DWI offense, which categorizes the charge as a felony under Texas law.
In addition to the DWI charge, Gray faces a separate count for resisting arrest, which was also recorded on January 2, 2024. The bond for this charge is set at $5,000, also under a surety bond.
Arrest Details:
- Name: Matthew Wayne Gray
- Date of Birth: September 3, 1971
- Sex: Male
- Race: White
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Blonde
- Height: 6' 4"
- Weight: 200 lbs
- Admit Date: January 3, 2025
- Admit Time: 6:40 PM
- Housing Location: B05A-13
- Confining Agency: Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office
Charges:
1. Driving While Intoxicated (3rd or More)
- Offense Date: January 2, 2025
- Bond: $75,000
- Charging Agency: Texas Department of Public Safety
2. Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transport
- Offense Date: January 2, 2024
- Bond: $5,000
- Charging Agency: Texas Department of Public Safety
The severity of these charges reflects the ongoing issue of repeat DWI offenses in Texas, where authorities are increasingly vigilant in enforcing laws aimed at reducing impaired driving. The high bond amount underscores the seriousness of the situation, as officials continue to prioritize public safety on the roadways.
Gray's next court appearance has yet to be scheduled, and he remains in custody at Kaufman County Jail as the legal process unfolds.