Clay County, TX – A routine traffic stop in Clay County on Wednesday led to the arrest of two individuals after deputies reportedly discovered poached deer and a firearm inside the vehicle.
According to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, Lt. William Norris III conducted a traffic stop on State Highway 79 near Glasgow Road on Wednesday, January 14. During a roadside investigation, deputies allegedly found two poached deer inside the vehicle.
Authorities identified the driver and passenger as Matthew Scheer and Kristi Altenhoff. According to the sheriff’s office, both individuals were arrested on outstanding warrants. Scheer was additionally charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon.
Officials stated that a total of eight outstanding warrants were executed during the traffic stop. One firearm was also seized from the vehicle, according to law enforcement.
The Texas Game Wardens were notified of the incident and have taken over the investigation related to the allegedly poached deer. Additional charges related to wildlife violations may be pending as the investigation continues.
The arrests occurred along a rural stretch of State Highway 79, a corridor frequently patrolled due to hunting activity and traffic violations, particularly during peak hunting seasons. Authorities have not released further details regarding where the deer were allegedly harvested or whether the suspects possessed valid hunting licenses.
Officials emphasized that all suspects are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
Residents with information related to illegal hunting or wildlife violations are encouraged to contact Texas Game Wardens or local law enforcement.
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