Terrell Man Faces 19 Charges, Including Assaulting Law Enforcement Officers

Terrell Man Faces 19 Charges, Including Assaulting Law Enforcement Officers

Terrell, TX -

Terrell, TX -

In a significant arrest, Charles Edward Turner Jr., a 46-year-old resident of Terrell, was taken into custody by the Terrell Police Department on December 28, 2024. Turner is facing an extensive list of 19 charges stemming from an incident that occurred the previous day.

Turner was booked into Kaufman County Jail at 6:52 AM on December 28, following multiple allegations that include three counts of assaulting a peace officer or judge. The charges are serious and reflect a range of offenses, highlighting a troubling incident for local law enforcement.

Arrest Details:

- Name: Charles Edward Turner Jr.

- Date of Birth: November 1, 1977

- Race: Black

- Sex: Male

- Height: 5'10"

- Weight: 170 lbs

- Eye Color: Brown

- Hair Color: Black

- Admit Date: December 28, 2024

- Admit Time: 6:52 AM

- Housing Location: B04B-05

- Confining Agency: Kaufman County Sheriff's Office

Charges Overview:

The charges against Turner include:

- Three counts of Assault on a Peace Officer/Judge (each with a bond of $30,000)

- Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transport ($10,000 bond)

- Multiple offenses related to animal control, including improper tethering, unregistered animals, and lack of rabies vaccination (ranging from $50 to $236 in bond amounts)

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges local law enforcement faces in maintaining public safety and enforcing animal control regulations. Turner remains in custody with a total bond amount exceeding $100,000. The Terrell Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding this arrest.

Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activity and cooperate with law enforcement to help keep the community safe.