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Simultaneous Possession of drug and firearms, Possession of a control substance, and tampering with physical evidence.New Release

06/24/2022

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On Thursday June 23, 2022, Hempstead County Deputy Kyle Malone and members of the 8th North Task force arrested Richard Cross 55, of Texarkana, Texas.  Cross was stopped for Failure to Yield by Deputy Malone.  Upon investigation, methamphetamine and a 9mm handgun were found. Cross was arrested for Failure to Yield, Simultaneous Possession of drug and firearms, Possession of a control substance, and tampering with physical evidence.

Cross was transported to the Hempstead County Detention Center where he is awaiting a first appearance.