Mustang Community News

12/08/2025

A Big Announcement from the Newton County Sheriff's Office:

12/08/2025

December 8, 2025
Sheriff’s Report

Hopefully everyone had a great week! For the last several months, we have been working with a company to develop a smartphone application specifically for Newton County Sheriff’s Office. We are happy to announce that the app was officially launched today. We will post download instructions on our page, as well as share them with the local news. This app was paid for by our inmate telephone provider, NCIC, and did not cost the taxpayers of Newton County one penny. This should be a force multiplier when it comes to communication and keeping the citizens of the county informed of what is happening at their Sheriff’s Office.

You can tell we are in the holiday season, as we have been responding to a number of family disturbances. Let’s try to keep it civil during the holiday season!

On Saturday evening, we responded to an incident where a man was attempting to cut down a tree. During the process, he got onto his tractor in an attempt to push the tree over. Unfortunately, the tree fell on him, and he succumbed to his injuries. Please keep this family in your prayers.

Saturday night, I was honored to lead the annual Newton Lighted Christmas Parade. We appreciate all of the volunteers, especially the Newton Fire Department, who make this event possible year after year.

Last week, we answered 44 calls for service and booked 6 individuals into the Newton County Jail. We currently have 24 inmates housed in the following facilities: 9 in Jasper, 7 in Beauregard Parish, and 8 in the Newton County Jail.

Let us know if you need anything! Go Eagles!

12/01/2025

December 1, 2025
Sheriff’s Report

Hopefully everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! We had an extremely busy week at the Sheriff’s Office. We are continuing to investigate leads pertaining to the dog fighting investigation.

Friday night we had the annual Deweyville Christmas parade. I appreciate everyone that makes it happen year after year. Saturday night I attended the lighting of the Newton County Courthouse. Great job to everyone that made this happen. It’s always a great time seeing the community get together for the holidays.

This afternoon, we assisted the United States Marshal’s Office serve an arrest warrant in Deweyville. As Marshals and Deputies got the first guy into custody, they noticed another passerby that also had warrants. They were able to safely take both subjects into custody without incident.

Saturday evening, Reverend Rodney Norsworthy of Jasper came by and presented us with stop the bleed kits, tourniquets and mass-casualty trauma kits to give out to our deputies to help keep the community safe.

Last week, we answered 49 calls for service and booked 4 individuals into the Newton County Jail. We currently have 24 inmates housed in the following facilities: 10 in Jasper, 7 in Beauregard Parish, and 7 in the Newton County Jail.

I hope everyone has a great week!

11/25/2025

11/10/2025

A Newton County Emergency Burn Ban has been placed starting today the 10th and lasting for 7 days. The following information includes what this specifically includes as well as consequences if not followed.

Effective Monday, November 10, 2025, Newton County has issued a 7-day Emergency Burn Ban until Monday, November 17, 2025.

What’s prohibited:

All outdoor burning and open flames, including campfires and brush/garbage burning or Any outdoor activity likely to cause sparks that could start a fire.

Enforcement & penalties:
This order will be enforced by peace officers. Violations are a Class C misdemeanor with fines up to $500.

Please stay tuned for updates.

11/08/2025

11/05/2025

As we count our blessings this Thanksgiving, let’s share them too. 💚 Burkeville 4-H is collecting food for families in need- because giving is what the season is all about.

We will be accepting donations Nov 5 - Nov 24

10/30/2025

Reminder for what is taking place this evening starting at 6:30pm for the Burkeville Community! Trunk or Treat will take place this evening, Thursday the 30th. Expect games, treats, and more while walking or driving around town making sure to make as many stops as possible including the Cade Building.

10/27/2025

Get ready for the Trunk or Treat coming up for the Burkeville Community towards the end of this week! Due to events taking place around or on Halloween this will take place on Thursday October 30th this year starting at 6:30pm. Like always, it is about making your way around the town of Burkeville stopping by several points of interest for candy, games, and fun! It has been quite successful since its first year, so you do not want to miss out! A huge thanks and appreciation go out to all those who participate and help bring this community fun event together!