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Former HCSO deputy charged with sexually assaulting teen girl, months after termination: Records
Summary by Magnolia News Editorial Desk Jessica Willey , as published by ABC13 Houston (KTRK)
· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information on the charges and the former deputy's termination from the Harris County Sheriff's Office, readers can refer to the original report from ABC13 Houston.
A former Harris County sheriff's deputy has been charged with a serious crime. Court records show the individual is accused of sexually assaulting a young girl. The victim is 13 years old.
The alleged incident occurred earlier this year. According to court records, the former deputy met the girl through a dating app and then picked her up. Further details about the case are available from the source.
For more information on the charges and the former deputy's termination from the Harris County Sheriff's Office, readers can refer to the original report from ABC13 Houston.
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Category: local Published: August 5, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) Reading time: 1 min
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