Western artist Frank Reagh moved from Illinois to Kaufman County in 1876 to draw inspiration for his paintings such as The Approaching Herd (1902).
Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 808 square miles (2,090km2), of which 781 square miles (2,020km2) is land and 27 square miles (70km2) (3.3%) is water. Located in the northeast portion of Texas, it is bounded on the southwest by Trinity River, and drained by the east fork of that stream.
The Kaufman County murders refer to a series of events involving the murder of two prosecutors and a prosecutor's wife in Kaufman County, Texas in 2013. The case gained national attention in the United States due to increasing speculation that the Aryan Brotherhood prison gang was responsible.
Eric Williams, a former lawyer whose theft case was prosecuted by the two victims, was tried, found guilty, and sentenced to death for the three murders. His wife, Kim Williams, was tried separately and sentenced to 40 years in prison.
Timeline
Hasse murder
On January 31, 2013, Mark Hasse was shot and killed while walking in the 100 block of East Grove Street in the City of Kaufman. Hasse was the Chief Assistant District Attorney for the Kaufman County Criminal District Attorney's Office. He was walking from his car to the courthouse when a gunman shot him repeatedly and then fled the area in a waiting car. Hasse, 57, had been an attorney for many years and had previously served as an Assistant District Attorney in Dallas County under famed District Attorney Henry Wade. He had worked for Kaufman County since 2010 as a prosecutor, and was also a licensed police officer commissioned with the District Attorney's office. A large manhunt was conducted by several law enforcement agencies including the Kaufman Police Department, the Kaufman County Sheriff, several Kaufman County Constable's Offices, the Texas Department of Public Safety, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Drug Enforcement Administration.
Kaufman County land owners skeptical of proposed annexation
The city of Terrell is looking to expand its borders, but the people affected by the proposal want no part of it.
published: 21 Mar 2023
Kaufman County, Texas among fastest growing in the U.S.
According to the US Census Bureau, the county saw an 18% boost from 2019 to 2021.
published: 29 Dec 2022
Kaufman County Deputy On Administrative Leave Pending Investigation Into Handling Of Troubled Teen
The sheriff’s office has released 911 calls and body cam video of the incident in Forney showing the moments leading up to the deputy mounting a teen girl who authorities believed was suicidal.
published: 30 Jul 2021
Burning trailer sparks three fires in Kaufman County, threatening some homes
The suspect was pulling a burning trailer and "left a path of destruction" by sparking three separate fires, according to Kaufman County officials.
published: 01 Aug 2022
Kaufman County Pct. 2 Constable cracking down on fake plates
Across North Texas, police departments say they’ve had an issue with fake paper license plates. Criminals are copying them and attaching them to cars.
It’s a problem Constable Jason Johnson, from Kaufman County Pct. 2, says is happening in Forney.
"He had complete disregard for everyone’s safety," said Deputy Antonio Britton from Pct. 2, who chased a suspect for nearly 75 miles on Monday.
Britton said he chased the driver of the Mercedes Benz with fake paper tags on Monday from Forney to Dallas.
"The plate just didn’t look right," Britton said.
A story police departments across North Texas say has been a huge problem.
Some of the problems: "The ink is running off of it, it’s not secured properly," said Antonio.
https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/kaufman-county-pct...
published: 22 Nov 2022
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From Wikipedia:
Kaufman is a city in and the county seat of Kaufman County, Texas, United States. Its population was 6,797 at the 2020 census.
Kaufman...
published: 14 Apr 2023
TX: GUILTY VERDICT IN KAUFMAN DA MURDER
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published: 21 Jul 2016
Tres Gallos Ranch | Kaufman County Texas Ranch for Sale
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published: 15 Jun 2023
Officials: Accused Kaufman County killer had targeted others
Authorities say the man charged in the deaths last year of two North Texas prosecutors had intended to kill other law enforcement officials.
published: 03 Sep 2014
Inside The Mind Of Kaufman County Prosecutors Killer Eric Williams
CBS 11 interviewed true crime author Kathryn Casey, the only person Eric and Kim Williams agreed to be interviewed by in prison. She is writing a book called, "In Plain Sight."
The sheriff’s office has released 911 calls and body cam video of the incident in Forney showing the moments leading up to the deputy mounting a teen girl who a...
The sheriff’s office has released 911 calls and body cam video of the incident in Forney showing the moments leading up to the deputy mounting a teen girl who authorities believed was suicidal.
The sheriff’s office has released 911 calls and body cam video of the incident in Forney showing the moments leading up to the deputy mounting a teen girl who authorities believed was suicidal.
Across North Texas, police departments say they’ve had an issue with fake paper license plates. Criminals are copying them and attaching them to cars.
It’s a...
Across North Texas, police departments say they’ve had an issue with fake paper license plates. Criminals are copying them and attaching them to cars.
It’s a problem Constable Jason Johnson, from Kaufman County Pct. 2, says is happening in Forney.
"He had complete disregard for everyone’s safety," said Deputy Antonio Britton from Pct. 2, who chased a suspect for nearly 75 miles on Monday.
Britton said he chased the driver of the Mercedes Benz with fake paper tags on Monday from Forney to Dallas.
"The plate just didn’t look right," Britton said.
A story police departments across North Texas say has been a huge problem.
Some of the problems: "The ink is running off of it, it’s not secured properly," said Antonio.
https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/kaufman-county-pct-2-constable-cracking-down-fake-plates/287-48f98796-3a84-4ae6-9c9e-3f09ab5b9df6
Across North Texas, police departments say they’ve had an issue with fake paper license plates. Criminals are copying them and attaching them to cars.
It’s a problem Constable Jason Johnson, from Kaufman County Pct. 2, says is happening in Forney.
"He had complete disregard for everyone’s safety," said Deputy Antonio Britton from Pct. 2, who chased a suspect for nearly 75 miles on Monday.
Britton said he chased the driver of the Mercedes Benz with fake paper tags on Monday from Forney to Dallas.
"The plate just didn’t look right," Britton said.
A story police departments across North Texas say has been a huge problem.
Some of the problems: "The ink is running off of it, it’s not secured properly," said Antonio.
https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/kaufman-county-pct-2-constable-cracking-down-fake-plates/287-48f98796-3a84-4ae6-9c9e-3f09ab5b9df6
Sunday afternoon drive around Kaufman, TX just east of Dallas.
Filmed: April 2023
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Sunday afternoon drive around Kaufman, TX just east of Dallas.
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From Wikipedia:
Kaufman is a city in and the county seat of Kaufman County, Texas, United States. Its population was 6,797 at the 2020 census.
Kaufman was founded as "Kings Fort", named after Dr. William P. King, who established the fort in 1840 after purchasing 2.5 square miles (6.5 km2) of land where the city is now located. The community was renamed "Kingsboro" after five years of growth. In 1852, Kingsboro was renamed "Kaufman" after the newly formed Kaufman County, which in turn was named after David S. Kaufman.
Kaufman was the first place that Bonnie Parker, of Bonnie and Clyde, was incarcerated.
Nearby Camp Kaufman was used as a German POW camp during World War II.
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From Wikipedia:
Kaufman is a city in and the county seat of Kaufman County, Texas, United States. Its population was 6,797 at the 2020 census.
Kaufman was founded as "Kings Fort", named after Dr. William P. King, who established the fort in 1840 after purchasing 2.5 square miles (6.5 km2) of land where the city is now located. The community was renamed "Kingsboro" after five years of growth. In 1852, Kingsboro was renamed "Kaufman" after the newly formed Kaufman County, which in turn was named after David S. Kaufman.
Kaufman was the first place that Bonnie Parker, of Bonnie and Clyde, was incarcerated.
Nearby Camp Kaufman was used as a German POW camp during World War II.
Overview: Tres Gallos Ranch is an exceptional recreational ranch that offers year-round activities for family and guests only 55 minutes from Dallas. The ranch ...
Overview: Tres Gallos Ranch is an exceptional recreational ranch that offers year-round activities for family and guests only 55 minutes from Dallas. The ranch is complete with turn-key improvements which include a farm style main home, guest home, unique party barn with living quarters, a tree house out of a story book, all setup for immediate enjoyment. There are numerous fishing lakes, a flooded timber wetland, recycled asphalt entry road, miles of managed trails, sporting clay course, wildlife food plots, great hunting opportunities for trophy whitetail deer, feral hogs and waterfowl.
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Overview: Tres Gallos Ranch is an exceptional recreational ranch that offers year-round activities for family and guests only 55 minutes from Dallas. The ranch is complete with turn-key improvements which include a farm style main home, guest home, unique party barn with living quarters, a tree house out of a story book, all setup for immediate enjoyment. There are numerous fishing lakes, a flooded timber wetland, recycled asphalt entry road, miles of managed trails, sporting clay course, wildlife food plots, great hunting opportunities for trophy whitetail deer, feral hogs and waterfowl.
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CBS 11 interviewed true crime author Kathryn Casey, the only person Eric and Kim Williams agreed to be interviewed by in prison. She is writing a book called, ...
CBS 11 interviewed true crime author Kathryn Casey, the only person Eric and Kim Williams agreed to be interviewed by in prison. She is writing a book called, "In Plain Sight."
CBS 11 interviewed true crime author Kathryn Casey, the only person Eric and Kim Williams agreed to be interviewed by in prison. She is writing a book called, "In Plain Sight."
The sheriff’s office has released 911 calls and body cam video of the incident in Forney showing the moments leading up to the deputy mounting a teen girl who authorities believed was suicidal.
Across North Texas, police departments say they’ve had an issue with fake paper license plates. Criminals are copying them and attaching them to cars.
It’s a problem Constable Jason Johnson, from Kaufman County Pct. 2, says is happening in Forney.
"He had complete disregard for everyone’s safety," said Deputy Antonio Britton from Pct. 2, who chased a suspect for nearly 75 miles on Monday.
Britton said he chased the driver of the Mercedes Benz with fake paper tags on Monday from Forney to Dallas.
"The plate just didn’t look right," Britton said.
A story police departments across North Texas say has been a huge problem.
Some of the problems: "The ink is running off of it, it’s not secured properly," said Antonio.
https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/kaufman-county-pct-2-constable-cracking-down-fake-plates/287-48f98796-3a84-4ae6-9c9e-3f09ab5b9df6
Sunday afternoon drive around Kaufman, TX just east of Dallas.
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From Wikipedia:
Kaufman is a city in and the county seat of Kaufman County, Texas, United States. Its population was 6,797 at the 2020 census.
Kaufman was founded as "Kings Fort", named after Dr. William P. King, who established the fort in 1840 after purchasing 2.5 square miles (6.5 km2) of land where the city is now located. The community was renamed "Kingsboro" after five years of growth. In 1852, Kingsboro was renamed "Kaufman" after the newly formed Kaufman County, which in turn was named after David S. Kaufman.
Kaufman was the first place that Bonnie Parker, of Bonnie and Clyde, was incarcerated.
Nearby Camp Kaufman was used as a German POW camp during World War II.
Overview: Tres Gallos Ranch is an exceptional recreational ranch that offers year-round activities for family and guests only 55 minutes from Dallas. The ranch is complete with turn-key improvements which include a farm style main home, guest home, unique party barn with living quarters, a tree house out of a story book, all setup for immediate enjoyment. There are numerous fishing lakes, a flooded timber wetland, recycled asphalt entry road, miles of managed trails, sporting clay course, wildlife food plots, great hunting opportunities for trophy whitetail deer, feral hogs and waterfowl.
View details @ https://hrcranch.com/property/tres-gallos-ranch-kaufman-texas/40702/
CBS 11 interviewed true crime author Kathryn Casey, the only person Eric and Kim Williams agreed to be interviewed by in prison. She is writing a book called, "In Plain Sight."
Western artist Frank Reagh moved from Illinois to Kaufman County in 1876 to draw inspiration for his paintings such as The Approaching Herd (1902).
Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 808 square miles (2,090km2), of which 781 square miles (2,020km2) is land and 27 square miles (70km2) (3.3%) is water. Located in the northeast portion of Texas, it is bounded on the southwest by Trinity River, and drained by the east fork of that stream.