Burglary in Progress Leads to Arrest of David Uribe III

Alice Police Department

ALICE, TEXAS (News Release) - On October 22, 2024, Alice Police Department responded to a burglary in progress at a residence located at 712 E. Hill Street. Upon arrival, officers made entry into the home, where the suspect, later identified as David Uribe III, attempted to evade capture by breaking through a glass window and fleeing into the backyard.

Officers immediately pursued the suspect, but lost sight of him in the vicinity of Loma Street. The Criminal Investigation Division quickly deployed a drone to assist in the search. The drone successfully located the suspect standing beside a home on Loma Street.

David Uribe III was subsequently arrested without further incident and transported to the Jim Wells County Jail, where he is being held pending charges.

The Alice Police Department would like to thank the Jim Wells County Sheriff's Department and Pct 1 Constable Albert Martinez for their assistance.

David Uribe III. Photo courtesy of Alice Police Department.