Several Texas State students arrested for stealing Halloween decorations

KYLE, Texas (KWTX) — Ten Texas State University students were arrested Oct. 25 after a report of theft of Halloween decorations was filed, a police report said.

According to the police report, Kyle officers responded to Hometown Parkway at approximately 12:48 p.m. for stolen property allegedly valued at $500.

Officers reviewed security footage of the area showing the suspects driving around in a silver Ford F-150. According to the police report, officers quickly located the vehicle with the suspects and decorations inside.

According to the police report, all of the suspects, who were wearing masks at the time of their arrest, admitted to driving to Kyle with the intent to steal and possibly destroy the decorations, with a pair of scissors being found in the vehicle.

All ten suspects were charged with participation in organized crime, criminal coercion and theft of property.

Officers also allegedly found THC, alcohol and a fake ID in the vehicle.

The suspects involved are as follows:

• Jaevin Keyon Guidry, 19
• Brayden Randall Golden, 20, who also was charged with possession of a false driver's license/ID card
• Nico Jordan Lawrence, 20, who also was charged with possession of a controlled substance
• Casey William Silvius, 20
• Nathaniel Alexander Houck, 18
• Noah Esteban Cazares, 18
• Landon Blaine Solis, 19
• Aydien Leeray Jackson, 19
• Enrique Amadeo Falindo, 18
• Marcus Jay Valdez, 18

“We will not tolerate actions that jeopardize the safety and holiday spirit of our community,” said Kyle Police Chief Jeff Barnett. “Kyle residents deserve to celebrate the holidays in a safe and joyful environment.”

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