Horse thief arrested
Posted/updated on: April 17, 2026 at 3:08 am
PALESTINE — A Palestine man is facing a third-degree felony after allegedly stealing several horses from a Montague County livestock auction earlier this year. According to the Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association and our news partner KETK, the investigation began in January after Jordan Rivera, 18, purchased four horses from an online auction using PayPal to complete the purchase.
Rivera reportedly disputed the purchase charges after the horses had been released, and an investigation was opened. A special ranger obtained evidence and witness statements indicating Rivera’s involvement, including text messages to associates about the horses and his PayPal account.
After a warrant was issued out of Montague County, Rivera was arrested in Anderson County on April 9 for livestock theft. Rivera was released on April 10 after posting his $75,000 bond.
