Andre McKenzie was sentenced to six years in prison last month after a contested sentencing hearing in Karnes County before Honorable District Judge Lynn Ellison. McKenzie stole cattle from two ranches in La Grange, Texas and sold them at auction barns in Karnes, Frio, and Atascosa Counties. McKenzie, with no prior felony convictions, and 3 convictions for misdemeanor possession of marijuana, was seeking probation. Livestock play a pivotal role in the economy of our district. Our office will continue to aggressively prosecute cattle theft cases. We appreciate the cooperation of our local auction barns in bringing justice to our victims, and the thorough investigation by the Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger, Kenny Murchison.
