Armed Suspects Sought Following Reported Auto Burglaries

SMITH COUNTY — Smith County Sheriff’s Office patrol deputies responded to a 911 call regarding numerous auto burglaries. It was reported around 6:30 Tuesday morning in the 18,000 block of Oakbrook Road, in the southeastern part of Smith County. According to the caller, a group of four or five men broke into several vehicles at his residence. When the caller went outside, the suspects ran. One of the suspects fired a small handgun in the direction of the victim. The suspects reportedly drove away in a newer, mid-size white model four-door passenger car, possibly a Chevrolet Lumina. The suspects have been described as armed, having medium to dark complexion, approximately 18-25 years of age. If you see anyone matching this description, please use extreme caution and contact your local law enforcement agency. The Smith County Sheriff’s Office can be reached twenty-four hours a day at 903-566-6600.