10/08/2026
LIMESTONE COUNTY CONSTABLE – PRECINCT 2
PUBLIC NOTICE: TRESPASSING AT HISTORIC TRINITY COLLEGE IN TEHUACANA, TEXAS
On October 6, 2026, Limestone County Precinct 2 Constable Michael Carter was made aware of a video posted on TikTok showing three individuals entering and exploring the historic Trinity College building in Tehuacana, Texas, on October 3, 2026. Information was also received indicating that several items had been removed from inside the building.
Constable Carter initiated an investigation and was able to positively identify all three individuals involved. During the investigation, Constable Carter also contacted Preservation Texas, located in San Marcos, Texas, which owns the historic property.
On October 8, 2026, Constable Carter met with the individual responsible for the TikTok video and a representative of Preservation Texas at the historic college. During this meeting, the items that had been removed from the building were voluntarily returned to Preservation Texas without further incident.
After reviewing the circumstances and the cooperation of those involved, no criminal charges will be pursued at this time.
IMPORTANT REMINDER REGARDING CRIMINAL TRESPASS AND BURGLARY
Although no charges are being pursued in this particular incident, the actions involved could have resulted in serious criminal charges under Texas law, including:
* Criminal Trespass – Class B Misdemeanor: Entering or remaining on private property without effective consent after receiving notice that entry is forbidden, including notice provided by posted signs or qualifying fencing.
* Burglary of a Building – State Jail Felony: Entering a building without the effective consent of the owner with the intent to commit theft, or entering and committing or attempting to commit theft.
The historic Trinity College property is PRIVATELY OWNED and is NOT open to unauthorized public entry.
The property is surrounded by fencing and posted with No Trespassing signs for a very important reason: THE BUILDING IS UNSAFE.
The structure has deteriorated over the years, and portions of the flooring are unstable. Anyone entering the building risks falling through weakened floors or encountering other dangerous structural conditions that could result in serious bodily injury or even death.
These restrictions are in place to protect the public and preserve an important piece of our local history.
Constable Carter would like to personally thank the individual responsible for the TikTok video for his cooperation throughout this investigation and for voluntarily returning the items to their rightful owner.
Constable Carter also recognizes and appreciates the individual’s efforts through his social media channel to educate others and bring awareness to the history of our local communities. Preserving and sharing our history is important, and those efforts are appreciated.
However, there is a right way and a wrong way to accomplish that goal. Historical preservation and education should never involve entering private property without permission or placing yourself or others in danger.
UPCOMING HISTORICAL EVENT – SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026
Preservation Texas will be hosting an event at the historic Trinity College property this Saturday, October 10, 2026. The event is expected to take place around 11:00 a.m. through the early afternoon. Please confirm the official event hours with Preservation Texas.
We encourage members of the community who are interested in local history to come out, learn more about this historic property, and support the efforts of Preservation Texas to preserve our history for future generations.
FINAL REMINDER
If a building or property does not belong to you, and you do not have permission from the owner to enter, DO NOT ENTER.
A building being abandoned, vacant, deteriorated, or historically significant does not give anyone the right to enter it without permission.
The Limestone County Constable’s Office, Precinct 2, takes the protection of private property and public safety seriously. Future incidents involving unauthorized entry onto this property may result in criminal charges.
Respect private property. Preserve our history. Most importantly, stay safe.
Constable Michael Carter
Limestone County Constable’s Office
Precinct 2
