Sulphur Springs Woman Charged with Credit Card Abuse After Casino Use

April 24, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, TX

Debra Ann Russell-Ellis, a 60-year-old woman from Sulphur Springs, was arrested on a charge of credit or debit card abuse following an investigation conducted by the Sulphur Springs Police Department.

According to the affidavit, officers were working on a case involving a stolen credit card and called Russell-Ellis into the Sulphur Springs Police Department for questioning. She was read her Miranda rights and voluntarily agreed to speak with investigators.

During the interview, Russell-Ellis allegedly admitted to using the victim’s credit card to withdraw funds and make purchases at a local casino. Following her admission, she was placed in double-locked handcuffs and transported to the Hopkins County Jail without incident.

The charge, classified as a felony under Texas Penal Code, has been filed under “Credit Card or Debit Card Abuse – SJF” by the Sulphur Springs Police Department. The investigation remains ongoing as law enforcement continues to determine the full scope of the offense.

This arrest is part of Hunt County Theft Reports’ ongoing coverage of criminal activity in the area, aimed at promoting transparency and public awareness.