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Assault case dismissed in constable's death, homicide case against other man ongoing
By Cora Neas at KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
The Travis County District Attorney's Officer explained this week what led to it dismissing an assault charge in the January death of Caldwell County Precinct 3 deputy constable Aaron Armstrong.
Why this matters in Westlake News
The dismissal of the assault charge in the death of deputy constable Aaron Armstrong raises questions about the complexities of prosecuting cases involving law enforcement officers. As the homicide case against the other man involved continues, residents of West Lake Hills and the broader Travis County community will be watching closely to see how the district attorney's office navigates the ongoing investigation. The fact that the assault charge was dismissed suggests that the circumstances surrounding Armstrong's death may be more nuanced than initially thought, and the community will be looking for clarity on the events that led to this tragic outcome. With the case still unfolding, it remains to be seen how the district attorney's office will balance the need for justice with the need to ensure that all parties involved are held accountable for their actions.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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