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WELLS, Texas (KTRE) - The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office said a man was arrested after threatening to harm children inside a home during a welfare check. According to the Sheriff's Office, on Dec. 20, they were dispatched to a home in the 4000 block of U.S. 69 in Wells for a welfare check. Upon arrival, officers attempted to make contact with Emmanuel Muraira. The sheriff's office said Muraira threatened to harm children inside the home if law enforcement didn't leave. The sheriff's office said Muraira barricaded himself inside the home with the children and his wife.