Kleberg County Attorney's Specialized Crimes and Narcotics Task Force

WHARTON (News Release) - On May 2, 2023, Agents with the Kleberg County Attorney's Specialized Crimes and Narcotics Task Force, along with Wharton County Sheriff's Office conducted a sting operation in the Wharton area that resulted in the arrest of two Houston residents.

Photo courtesy of Kleberg County Attorney's Specialized Crimes and Narcotics Task Force

This case began a few months ago after a stolen vehicle was recovered in the Kingsville area. The victim in this case purchased what he thought was a legit vehicle posted online. After being stopped in the Kleberg County area, it was discovered the truck was stolen out of the Houston area. The victim now out $13,000, prompted an investigation by the task force and other #operationlonestar members.

Through this investigation, task force members identified these two as active members in a criminal organization that steal and take from unsuspecting victims. With combined efforts we were able to arrest the two while they attempted to defraud others. Thanks to the team effort, these men will be off the streets with more possible arrests to come.