Ep 9. Bullets And Lies

In Lone Star Law season 6 episode 9, titled "Bullets And Lies," viewers are taken on a ride-along with the Texas game wardens as they patrol the Lone Star State's expansive countryside.

The episode begins with the game wardens responding to reports of illegal hunting in rural Brazos County. Upon arrival, they encounter a group of individuals who claim to be hunters but are caught with firearms and ammunition deemed illegal in the state. The wardens conduct an investigation and uncover a network of unlicensed hunting guides who have been leading out-of-state trophy hunters on illegal hunts for profit. The case takes a dramatic turn when one of the guides is found to have covered up a deadly accident on a previous hunt and the game wardens must determine whether or not criminal charges will be filed.

As the game wardens continue their patrol, they receive a call about a negligent firearm discharge at a popular state park. Upon arrival, they find a group of young adults who have been firing guns recklessly and endangering other park-goers with shotgun pellets. The game wardens take a zero-tolerance approach to the situation and issue harsh citations to all involved.

The episode takes a somber turn when game warden Josh Kunkle responds to a call about a hoarding situation in a rural town. Upon arrival, he discovers a property littered with debris and hundreds of small animals kept in inhumane conditions. With the help of fellow game wardens and local law enforcement, Kunkle works diligently to remove the animals and provide them with the necessary care and medical attention. The situation is a sobering reminder of the importance of animal welfare and the dedication of those who work to protect it.

Later on, a routine traffic stop turns into a dangerous situation when a driver is found to have a loaded firearm and a violent criminal history. The game wardens uncover evidence of an illegal firearm sale and the driver's ties to a local gang. The situation escalates when they discover that the driver has been lying about his identity, and they are forced to call in backup from local law enforcement to safely conclude the stop.

As the episode comes to a close, viewers are left with a sense of the daily challenges faced by Texas game wardens. Varying from life or death scenarios, animal protection, firearm control, and illegal hunting, the Texas Game Wardens budget to execute numerous jobs in ensuring that the laws are being adequately enforced. "Bullets And Lies" provides a behind the scenes look into the lives of these dedicated individuals and their tireless work to keep the Lone Star State safe for both wildlife and humans.