Sweeny police chief arrested in Friendswood, accused of driving while intoxicated, officials say
Sweeny Police Chief John Barnard charged after being arrested for DWI in Friendswood on Feb. 21, 2021, according to Friendswood Police Department. FRIENDSWOOD, Texas โ Sweeny police chief John Barnard was arrested Sunday after being accused of driving while intoxicated in Friendswood, according to Friendswood Police Department. Barnard has been charged with unlawful carrying of a weapon and driving while intoxicated. He was arrested at 1:31 a.m. in the 1500 block of West Parkwood Avenue, according to police records. Officials said Barnard has been placed on administrative leave as the investigation is pending.
Friendswood bar owners arrested for allegedly interfering with inspection. Couple says they were targetted for refusing to close
FRIENDSWOOD, Texas The owners of Friends Pub in Friendswood, Texas arent shy about their refusal to shut down per Texas Gov. In fact, theres a large banner outside their establishment emblazoned with the words We refuse to shut down. Abbotts orderOn August 3, Friendswood police officers arrived at the West Parkwood Avenue pub to do a Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission inspection. They were finished with the inspection and we asked them what are you waiting for to leave, Randar said. Randar said he refused to close his establishment because his business and staff have suffered enough during the first statewide mandatory closure.
Body pulled from water of Lake Friendswood Park Thursday night
A body was pulled from the water of Lake Friendswood Park Thursday night, according to the Friendswood Police Department. FPD said the victim possibly drowned in the lake after going into the water at about 6 p.m. Thursday. The League City Dive Team assisted in the search and rescue operation that went on for about two to three hours until the personโs body was recovered. As officials searched, friends and family members of the victim were nearby, praying. It is unclear what the person was doing in the water and if they were with other people or by themselves.