Texas man charged with theft of 43 cattle
A 24-year-old Jacksboro, Texas, man has been arrested in connection with the theft of 43 head of cattle in Young and Archer, Texas counties, according to the Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association.
Will Tackett was arrested April 8 by TSCRA Special Ranger Cliff Swofford and charged with theft of livestock, a third-degree felony.
The investigation began in February after authorities received a report that cattle owned by a former employer had been sold without authorization. Officials said Tackett took possession of 43 yearling heifers and steers between Jan. 5 and Feb. 23.
According to investigators, Tackett transported the cattle to a sale barn and sold them, receiving more than $87,000 in proceeds.
Swofford, along with special ranger Zach Havens, interviewed Tackett during the investigation. Authorities said Tackett confessed to the theft. The case remains under investigation.
Lacey Vilhauer can be reached at 620-227-1871 or [email protected].
