Vandal faces "grave" consequences, arrested for Reckless Damage or Destruction of the Kirbyville Cemetery

20-year-old Henry Shaw

On January 28th, 2025, the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office received information regarding vandalism at the Kirbyville Cemetery. An investigation was initiated and photographs were received of an actor in a vehicle deliberately tearing up the property.

You can see the dirt flying up behind Shaws truck as he tears the cemetery up. Photos courtesy of Jack Bishop

The Sheriff’s Office located the vehicle and the actor. An arrest warrant was obtained and Henry Shaw, 20, of Kirbyville was arrested for Reckless Damage or Destruction (MC) at approximately 1:45 p.m. on January 29th, 2025. Mr. Shaw was brought to the Jasper County Jail and charged with Reckless Damage or Destruction (MC). Mr. Shaw is innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

Sheriff Havard and his staff are committed to combatting criminal activity in Jasper County. Sheriff Havard would like to remind people to respect the property of others.