Combative Man Attempts to Disarm Police Officer After Fleeing From Traffic Stop

SAN ANGELO, TEXAS -- Over the weekend, San Angelo Police Department (SAPD) officers arrested a 42-year-old man who fled a traffic stop, later attempted to flee while handcuffed, and then attempted to take an Officer’s weapon. 

On Saturday, July 1, 2017, an SAPD officer conducted a traffic stop on a white, 2015 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck near the intersection of N. Emerick and Spaulding Streets. 

Upon initial contact with the driver, identified as Jesus Talamantez Losoya, Officers observed what appeared to be fresh blood on Losoya’s hand.  While Officers were attempting to verify his Driver’s License status, Losoya sped away.  A brief pursuit ensued but it was soon terminated for public safety reasons. 

Shortly after the pursuit ended, Officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of E. 18^th Street for the report of a suspicious subject and vehicle that matched Losoya’s description and the vehicle he was driving. 

Officers responded, observed Losoya, took him into custody, and requested Fire Department Medics to the scene to treat his previously observed laceration.  

While awaiting medical treatment at the scene, Losoya fled from the Officers by attempting to run inside a nearby residence. Losoya was quickly apprehended; however, he resisted the Officers by aggressively kicking at them.  

While Medics were attempting to treat Losoya’s injury, he pulled away from the detaining Officer and attempted to take the Officer’s holstered firearm.  Officers quickly thwarted Losoya’s actions but he continued to make attempts to free himself from their restraints.  A Taser was ultimately utilized to assist with compliance; however, it had little effect. 

Officers transported Losoya to Shannon Medical Center for further treatment of his injured hand where Losoya continued to be combative towards Officers and hospital staff. In order for hospital staff to render aid, Losoya had to be sedated.  Losoya also caused significant damage to a Police vehicle during his transport.  One Officer sustained minor injuries as a result of Losoya’s lengthy resistance. 

Upon his release from the hospital, Losoya was transported to the Tom Green County Jail and charged with Evading Arrest Detention with Vehicle/Previous Conviction, Attempt/Take Weapon from an Officer, Escape from Custody, Criminal Mischief >=$750-<$2,500, and Resisting Arrest. 

Losoya was released yesterday after posting a $51,5000 bond.

Full Booking Report Friday, June 30 through Sunday July 2

• Forgery            1
• Credit Card Abuse       3
• Unlawful Possession of a firearm by a felon 4
• Possession of a Controlled Substance 6
• Delivery of a Controlled Substance    7
• Possession of a Dangerous Drug        4         
• Parole Violation          1
• Failure to control speed          1
• No Driver License       4
• No Safety Belt/Driver 1
• Burglary of a Vehicle  1
• Burglary of a Building 1
• Speeding         2
• Abusive Language       1
• Failure to Identify       6
• Possession of Marijuana         9
• Resisting Arrest           2
• Assault of a Family Member 5
• Evading Arrest                        2
• Driving While License Invalid 9
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia 3
• Public Intoxication      9
• Commitment   6
• No Liability Insurance 1
• No Financial Responsibility     1         
• Criminal Trespass       2
• Escape from Custody 1
• Criminal Mischief       3
• Resisting Arrest           1
• Evading Arrest with a watercraft       1
• Take a weapon from an Officer         1         
• Theft of Service           2
• Theft of Property        5
• Theft from a person    1
• Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon   1
• Purchasing/Furnishing Alcohol to a minor     1
• Fraud   1         
• Aggravated Robbery   1         
• Contempt of Court      1
• Criminal Trespass       2         
• Assault Class C                        2
• Open Alcohol Container in Vehicle    1
• Assault Causing Bodily Injury  2
• Expired Vehicle Registration  1         
• Wrong License Plate   1
• Boating While Intoxicated      1
• Violation of Bond/Protective Order   1
• Soliciting from a Roadway      1
• Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle            1
• VPTA    10
• CPF      57
• FTA      9

Click here, july3 bookings.pdf, for a list of other arrests made over the weekend.