On Wednesday 06/16/2021, the Nacogdoches Sheriff's Office received multiple reports of burglary of motor vehicles and theft of firearms in the areas of the Appleby community. The suspects were targeting unlocked vehicles in residential neighborhoods. The suspect sought after cash and firearms that were found in vehicles. During the investigation, investigators were able to develop a description of the suspects and a description of the vehicle from surveillance cameras.

On Saturday 06/19/2021, the Nacogdoches Sheriff's Office again received multiple reports of burglary of motor vehicles and theft of firearms in Central Heights, Pleasant Hill and Western Hills subdivision. The suspects were again targeting unlocked vehicles in residential neighborhoods. The suspect’s again sought out cash and firearms.

Investigators believed that the suspects in the previous reports in the Appleby area were involved. Investigators utilizing the previous reports and the most recent reports along with databases were able to develop a suspect vehicle and possible suspects. Investigators conducted surveillance for the suspect vehicle and notified NCSO Deputies and NPD Officers of the suspect vehicle description and possible location.

On Sunday 06/20/2021, NPD Officers located the suspect vehicle at the 3100 block of Phoenix Terrance and two subjects were detained. A NCSO Investigator responded to the scene. The vehicle and a residence were searched for evidence.

The subjects were then transported to the Nacogdoches Sheriff's Office. Investigators were able to develop probable cause for the arrest of Lonneil Warren age 18 from Nacogdoches and Jarvis Harper age 20 from San Augustine. Warren and Harper were each charged with 6 counts of Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity Theft of a Firearm a 3rd degree felony and 7 counts of Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity Burglary of a Motor Vehicle a state jail felony.

The investigation continues into the recovery of stolen items and more arrest and criminal charges are expected for other suspects.