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Hays County deputy arrested for alleged DWI, sheriff says
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Cora Neas , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Hays County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest on Monday evening, confirming that one of its own deputies was involved.
A Hays County deputy was taken into custody by New Braunfels police on Sunday. The arrest was made for alleged driving while intoxicated. The Hays County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest on Monday evening, confirming that one of its own deputies was involved.
Further details about the incident can be found through the Hays County Sheriff's Office or other local news sources, as only limited information has been released so far.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 28, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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