Williamson County Sheriff's Office

Matt Lindemann, Williamson County Sheriff. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Matt Lindemann, Williamson County Sheriff. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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Williamson County expands take-home vehicle policy for sheriff's deputies

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Williamson County sheriff’s deputies can now take their vehicles home if they live up to 20 miles outside the county line.In a 3-2 vote, Williamson County Commissioners Court updated the county policy June 30 based on a request by Sheriff Matt Lindemann.
A portion of the kitchen in the Williamson County jail is undergoing renovations. The dishwasher is currently damaged by the jail’s hard water. This is on of the many construction projects in the jail. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

A portion of the kitchen in the Williamson County jail is undergoing renovations. The dishwasher is currently damaged by the jail’s hard water. This is on of the many construction projects in the jail. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Inside Williamson County Jail

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, June 22, 2026
For a building that houses those accused of committing crimes in Williamson County, the Williamson County Jail has the uncanny ability to hide in plain sight.
Evan Jackson, 36, of Austin. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.

Evan Jackson, 36, of Austin. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.

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Williamson County Sheriff apprehends man for child exploitation

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, May 28, 2026
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office organized Crime Unit arrested Evan Jackson, 36, Austin, on May 22. Mr. Jackson is charged with Online Solicitation of a Minor and two counts of Possession of Child Pornography Depicting a Child Engaging in Sexual Conduct.Investigators allege that Mr.
Stephen “Steve” Miller (right) hugs long-time friend, former Judge Billy Ray Stubblefield (left) during Mr. Miller’s retirement celebration after 30 years of service on February 27 at the 26th District Court in Williamson County. Judge Stubblefield later described Mr. Miller as a brother in his farewell speech.

Stephen “Steve” Miller (right) hugs long-time friend, former Judge Billy Ray Stubblefield (left) during Mr. Miller’s retirement celebration after 30 years of service on February 27 at the 26th District Court in Williamson County. Judge Stubblefield later described Mr. Miller as a brother in his farewell speech.

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30 years of service: Williamson County honors retirement of first African-American bailiff

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Story and Photos by Nalani NuylanThe 26th District Court in Williamson County was decorated for a special occasion. Balloons and snacks lined the room, and laughter permeated the air.
Justice Marquez Washington

Justice Marquez Washington

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Suspect charged with capital murder in Sun City double homicide

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Justice Marquez Washington, who was a person of interest in a December 5 double homicide and house fire in Sun City on Pipe Creek Lane, has been arrested for the offense of capital murder of James William Yost, 76, and Kenneth Michael Wade Clanton, 33. Mr. Yost and Mr.
Ekong Ikpe, 65, of Round Rock. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County Jail.

Ekong Ikpe, 65, of Round Rock. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County Jail.

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Domestic violence shooting leads to arrest

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported shooting at the 5800 block of Parma Lane, located outside the city limits of Round Rock, around 9 a.m. October 12.
Back row left to right: Deputy Tre’vone Johnson, Deputy Mark Bell, Deputy Chase Cervenka, Deputy Brandon Cantu; front row left to right: Sergeant Albert Ortiz, Deputy Silvana Stoke, Deputy Derrick Johnson, Deputy Charles Duvall. (Courtesy Williamson County Sheriff's Office)

Back row left to right: Deputy Tre’vone Johnson, Deputy Mark Bell, Deputy Chase Cervenka, Deputy Brandon Cantu; front row left to right: Sergeant Albert Ortiz, Deputy Silvana Stoke, Deputy Derrick Johnson, Deputy Charles Duvall. (Courtesy Williamson County Sheriff's Office)

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Sheriff’s K-9 unit earns multiple awards at educational seminar

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Monday, August 4, 2025
The Williamson County Sheriff K-9 unit brought home three awards from the Lubbock Narcotic/Fugitive Apprehension K-9 Seminar that took place from June 24-27. The team took second and third place in narcotics detection and third place in patrol/apprehension.
Bruce Clements, from Wilco’s Office of Emergency Management (left), explains plans about how crews will conduct the damage assessment during an 11 a.m. press conference Monday, July 7. County Judge Steve Snell, center, and Sheriff Matt Lindemann, right, listen to the report. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Bruce Clements, from Wilco’s Office of Emergency Management (left), explains plans about how crews will conduct the damage assessment during an 11 a.m. press conference Monday, July 7. County Judge Steve Snell, center, and Sheriff Matt Lindemann, right, listen to the report. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Flood claims third Williamson County victim

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, July 7, 2025
At least three people are dead after the San Gabriel River severely flooded across Williamson County over the weekend. The first victim was Kaitlyn Swallow, age 22, from the Liberty Hill area, who was found dead late Saturday by the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office.
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