TEXAS CITY, Texas (KTRK) — Authorities said they are seeking the public’s help in recovering law enforcement equipment that was stolen from a Galveston County Sheriff’s Office vehicle in Texas City on Friday.<\/p>\n
According to the Texas City Police Department, the GCSO vehicle was unmarked and was located at a Texas City residence when the vehicle burglary happened. Officials said a 300 Blackout AR equipped with a suppressor, a sheriff’s office-issued ballistic vest, and a deputy’s duty belt were all stolen from the vehicle.<\/p>\n
Investigators said they have processed the vehicle and recovered multiple latent prints. The case is currently under investigation, officials said.<\/p>\n
Both GCSO and Texas City PD are urging whoever has the stolen items to return them to officials immediately, adding that the items are “law enforcement-issued items and pose a significant threat to public safety if in the wrong hands.”<\/p>\n
Officials said a reward of up to $5,000 will be paid for credible information leading to the recovery of the stolen equipment or the arrest of those responsible.<\/p>\n
Authorities said if you have information on who may be in possession of these items, please get in touch with the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office at 409-766-2332 (select option 2) or the Texas City Police Department (409) 948-2525. Officials said you may also submit an anonymous tip online through Galveston County Crime Stoppers by visiting www.galveston.crimestoppersweb.com.<\/p>\n
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