On July 4, 2024, Precinct 8 Deputy Webber with Constable Phil Sandlin’s Office was dispatched to a hit and run call in the 16400 block of Buccaneer Rd. The reporting witness stated he parallel parked on Buccaneer Rd and while opening his door to exit his vehicle, a passing vehicle struck his door and failed to stop. The victim located the suspect vehicle in the 16400 block of Buccaneer Rd. Deputy Webber arrived on scene and made contact with the suspect who was identified as 31 year old Rocael Tzarax-Raxon. Tzarax-Raxon displayed multiple signs of intoxication. Deputy Webber administered the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and determined he was unable to operate a motor vehicle. Further investigation revealed Tzarax-Raxon’s blood alcohol content was .142 and .145. A check of his criminal record revealed a prior DWI conviction.
The Harris County District Attorney’s Office was contacted and accepted charges for Driving While Intoxicated 2nd Offense and Fail to Stop and Give Information. Tzarax-Raxon was transported to the Harris County Joint Processing Center where his bonds were set at a total of $200.
