BROOKELAND, TX — July 6, 2025 -Authorities from multiple jurisdictions acted swiftly in the early hours of Sunday morning to arrest a Silsbee man wanted in connection with a disturbing case of alleged aggravated kidnapping that originated in Angelina County.

According to the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office, the incident began unfolding around 4:27 a.m., when deputies were contacted by authorities in Angelina County. The information relayed involved a possible aggravated kidnapping that had reportedly occurred earlier that morning in the Plum Ridge community, a rural area of Angelina County.

Upon receiving the alert, Jasper County deputies launched an immediate response. Investigators were informed that the suspect and the female victim were believed to be at the Bass Buster Inn in Brookeland, a small community near Lake Sam Rayburn popular with travelers and vacationers. Deputies quickly located the trailer where the pair were said to be staying.

Once on site, law enforcement officers entered the trailer and found the suspect—identified as 30-year-old Clayton Sexton of Silsbee—inside. Sexton was taken into custody without incident. Deputies then located the alleged victim inside a bedroom. According to officials, the woman appeared physically unharmed but was understandably shaken.

The Angelina County Sheriff’s Office, which also had deputies on the scene, transported Sexton back to their jurisdiction. He is currently facing a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, with authorities noting that additional charges may be forthcoming as the investigation continues.

While details surrounding the nature of the alleged kidnapping have not been fully disclosed, the charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon suggests a violent confrontation may have taken place. Authorities are continuing to interview the victim and gather evidence to determine the full scope of the incident.

Officials stressed that Clayton Sexton is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nonetheless, the seriousness of the accusations—and the coordinated response from law enforcement—underscores the gravity of the case.

This arrest brings temporary relief to a community that has been rattled by the early-morning events, particularly in Brookeland, a quiet lakeside area known more for fishing and camping than violent crime.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities from both Jasper and Angelina counties are working in tandem to determine if other individuals were involved or if further legal action will be pursued.

Anyone with additional information related to the incident is urged to contact the Angelina County Sheriff’s Office or the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office.

Local businesses and community members, including BRL Partners, Avonlea Jewelers, Flex Gym, and the Brookeland/Lake Sam Rayburn KOA, have expressed concern for the victim’s well-being and appreciation for law enforcement’s quick and coordinated efforts in handling the situation.

Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.