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Assault case dismissed in constable's death, homicide case against other man ongoing
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Cora Neas , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information is available from the Travis County District Attorney's Office.
In West Lake Hills , a development has occurred in a case involving a deputy constable's death. Further information is available from the Travis County District Attorney's Office. Details about the case are limited, but it is known that a charge was dismissed.
This decision was made in relation to the January death of a law enforcement officer from Caldwell County. The case of another individual is still ongoing, with a homicide charge pending. For more details on these cases, readers can refer to the original source for a full explanation of the circumstances surrounding the death and the charges involved.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In West Lake Hills , a development has occurred in a case involving a deputy constable's death. Further information is available from the Travis County District Attorney's Office. Details about the…
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