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Three arrested in connection with vehicle burglaries, thefts in Huntsville area

Robert Mambo, Jaikeese Barnes, and Elaysha Harrison were all taken into custody on warrants on Monday.

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — On Monday, the Walker County Sheriff's Office and Huntsville Police Department executed a search warrant in the south side of the town that resulted in the arrests of three individuals connected to car burglaries and stolen vehicles in the area.

Robert Mambo, Jaikeese Barnes, and Elaysha Harrison were all arrested at a home in the 3300 block of Powell Drive. When the trio was arrested, drugs, stolen firearms, and other stolen things were found inside the home.

"I am very proud of all the dedicated personnel that participated in this investigation and apprehension," said Chief Darryle Slaven about the operation. "I extend special thank Sheriff Clint McRae and his team, District Attorney Will Durham and his staff, Walker County EMS, as well as the Montgomery County Fire Marshall's Office for their unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the residents of Huntsville and Walker County."

The charges against the three include:

  • Robert Mambo
    • Theft of a Firearm, two counts
    • Theft of Property
    • Possession of a Controlled Substance
    • Possession of Marijuana
    • Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle
    • Endangering a Child, two counts
  • Jaikeese Barnes
    • Theft of a Firearm, two counts
    • Theft of Property
    • Possession of a Controlled Substance
    • Tampering with Evidence
    • Possession of Dangerous Drugs
    • Possession of Marijuana
    • Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle
    • Endangering a Child, two counts
  • Elaysha Harrison
    • Possession of a Firearm by a Felon
    • Theft of a Firearm, two counts
    • Endangering a Child, two counts
    • Theft of Property
    • Possession of a Controlled Substance
    • Tampering with Evidence
    • Possession of Marijuana

According to Walker County Jail Records, the trio's bonds are set at $96,000, $96,000, and $154,000 respectively.

Credit: Huntsville Police Department
Robert Mambo, Elaysha Harrison, and Jaikeese Barnes.

"I am very pleased that my office could assist in today's operation," said Sheriff Clint McRae. "I was in constant communication with Chief Slaven and was glad to hear the operation was a success. These offenses impact the residents of Walker County and Huntsville, and the collaborative efforts of our officers alongside the community have demonstrated their effectiveness in addressing these challenges."

Authorities say an investigation into the case is ongoing, and encourage anyone with information to contact Sgt. Tim Watson at 936-291-5480.

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