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Dropped charges lead to malicious prosecution lawsuit in Texas
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Marco Bitonel , FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and attorney Jason Nassour have filed a civil lawsuit against Travis and Williamson counties and their district attorneys, alleging malicious prosecution after evidence-tampering charges related to missing Live PD footage from the 2019 death of Javier...
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The lawsuit filed by former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and attorney Jason Nassour has significant implications for the local justice system. With charges dropped, the focus shifts to the actions of Travis and Williamson counties and their district attorneys, raising questions about the handling of evidence and potential overreach. This case is closely tied to the 2019 death of Javier Ambler, a incident that sparked widespread concern and scrutiny of law enforcement practices in the area. As the lawsuit moves forward, residents of West Lake Hills and the broader Austin area will be watching to see how the counties and district attorneys respond to allegations of malicious prosecution. The outcome of this case may have far-reaching consequences for how local law enforcement agencies and prosecutors handle sensitive cases, and could potentially lead to changes in policies and procedures to prevent similar situations in the future.
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Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
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What is this story about? Former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and attorney Jason Nassour have filed a civil lawsuit against Travis and Williamson counties and their district attorneys, alleging malicious prosecution after evidence-tampering charges related to missing Live PD footage from the 2019 death of Javier...
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