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Travis County DA to dismiss cases against former Wilco sheriff, assistant county attorney
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk Elizabeth Evans , as published by FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· July 1, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points A decision has been made by the Travis County District Attorney's office. Further information about this action can be found through local news sources, including FOX 7 Austin.
In West Lake Hills , local residents may be interested in a development involving a neighboring county. Charges are being dropped against two former officials.
A decision has been made by the Travis County District Attorney's office. This decision affects cases involving a former sheriff and a former assistant attorney.
Further information about this action can be found through local news sources, including FOX 7 Austin. Details about the cases and the individuals involved are available from these sources.
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Category: local Published: July 1, 2026 Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In West Lake Hills , local residents may be interested in a development involving a neighboring county. Charges are being dropped against two former officials. A decision has been made by the Travis…
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