08/06/2026
Red River County Sheriff's Office Statement Regarding Social Media Video
The Red River County Sheriff's Office is aware of a video circulating on social media depicting a portion of an arrest involving one of our deputies. Due to the attention this incident has received, we believe it is important to provide factual context regarding what occurred.
During the incident, a deputy was attempting to lawfully detain and arrest an individual. The subject was seated inside a vehicle and repeatedly refused the deputy's lawful commands to exit the vehicle. As the deputy attempted to remove the subject from the vehicle, the subject actively resisted by refusing to comply and physically pulling the deputy toward the interior of the vehicle.
Faced with an actively resisting individual and the potential danger created by the struggle inside the vehicle, the deputy used physical force to remove the subject from the vehicle. As a result, the subject fell to the ground during the removal. The force used was intended to overcome the subject's resistance and complete the lawful arrest.
The video currently circulating on social media consists of selected portions of the encounter and does not depict the events leading up to or throughout the entire incident. Short, edited, or partial recordings often do not provide the complete context of rapidly evolving situations that deputies must address while making decisions in the interest of public and officer safety.
The Red River County Sheriff's Office respectfully requests that anyone who possesses video of this incident, particularly the individual who originally posted the clips circulating on social media, publish the complete, unedited recording from beginning to end. Presenting the entire encounter allows the public to see the full sequence of events, including the subject's refusal to comply with lawful commands and the resistance encountered by the deputy. Transparency is best served when all of the facts—not isolated segments—are available for public review.
The Red River County Sheriff's Office is proud of the dedicated men and women who serve this county. It is unfortunate when incomplete or selectively edited videos lead to public criticism of a deputy before the full circumstances are known. Our deputies routinely make difficult decisions in rapidly evolving situations while working to protect the safety of our citizens and themselves. We ask the public to reserve judgment until all available evidence has been reviewed and the complete facts are known.
As with any use-of-force incident, the Sheriff's Office has reviewed, or is in the process of reviewing, all available evidence, and other relevant information to ensure the deputy's actions complied with department policy and applicable law. We remain committed to transparency while also protecting the integrity of any review process and the rights of everyone involved.
The Red River County Sheriff's Office appreciates the community's continued support and trust. We remain dedicated to serving the citizens of Red River County with professionalism, accountability, and integrity.
