New Braunfels Officer Fired After Sexual Texts and On-Duty Visit to Woman’s Home
New Braunfels Police fired Tyler D. Palacios after an internal investigation documented sexual messages, an intentionally unrecorded post-stop conversation and a uniformed visit in a marked patrol vehicle to collect a gift from a woman whose federal criminal matter he had discussed. The termination came months after a judge refused to dismiss most claims against Palacios and two other officers in an unrelated civil-rights lawsuit.
SAPD Officer Fired After Six Red Lights, Patrol-Car Crash and False Account
An SAPD Officer Rafael Morado was fired after department records say he sped through six red lights, rear-ended another patrol unit and left the collision unreported for nearly two weeks. When supervisors discovered the damage, investigators said the officer’s explanation did not match video captured by the patrol vehicle.
Brownsville Officer Suspended After Using Trusted Driver to Obtain Woman’s Phone Number
Brownsville Police Officer Victor Mendez received a three-day unpaid suspension after the department found he used the Trusted Driver citation system to obtain a woman’s phone number following a traffic stop. Police said he later met with her while on duty without a legitimate law-enforcement reason.
Independent Jason Wolff Is on the Ballot—and Challenging Bexar County’s DA Status Quo
Jason Wolff fought his way onto the November 2026, Bexar County District Attorney, ballot without a political party behind him. In a wide-ranging interview with The Hawk’s Eye, the former prosecutor, judge and defense attorney moved beyond campaign talking points to address dishonest police testimony, ignored citizen complaints, public-official misconduct and political pressure inside the justice system. His answers reveal a candidate who believes accountability must apply inside government as forcefully as it applies outside it. Now Bexar County voters can decide whether Wolff’s experience—and willingness to challenge the system—are what the District Attorney’s Office needs next.
Former Liberty County Elections Administrator Klint Bush Arrested on 11 Child Pornography Charges
Former Liberty County Elections Administrator Klint Bush has been arrested on 11 counts of possession of child pornography as he awaits trial on separate financial charges connected to the Liberty County Housing Authority.
Former Llano Police Officer Fired, Arrested on Three Family Violence Charges
Former Llano police officer Steven Webster Patin of Kingsland was fired after an internal inquiry into an alleged off-duty domestic violence incident prompted a Texas Rangers investigation. Patin was later jailed on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, continuous violence against the family and assault by impeding breath or circulation, with bonds totaling $225,000.
Wilson County Sheriff Tells One Citizen to Stop Recording While Other Cameras Keep Rolling
Video from a July 13 Wilson County Commissioners Court meeting appears to show Sheriff Jim Stewart telling one attendee to stop recording while other cameras continued to roll. With no explanation provided for the apparent difference in treatment, the incident is raising questions about transparency and the public’s right to record open meetings.
Lavaca County Jail Contraband Probe Expands as Three Men Face Felony Charges
A narcotics discovery during a routine June cell inspection at the Lavaca County Jail has led to felony charges against three men. The multiagency investigation remains active, and authorities say additional arrests or charges could follow.
Former UT System Officer Arrested in Schertz on Public Servant Impersonation Charge
A former UT System police officer was arrested in Schertz after allegedly flashing a gold badge and threatening police action against a resident. Justin Wayne Reed’s peace officer license remains active, although state records show no agency service after 2019.
Jason Landry Search Organizer Jim West Held Liable for Defamation in Caldwell County
A Caldwell County court has entered an agreed judgment holding Jason Landry search organizer James Marcus “Jim” West liable for defaming Ashley Michelle Martinez. Martinez’s petition alleged that West accused her of fabricating evidence, stealing $20,000 in search equipment and causing law-enforcement agencies to threaten to cut off the volunteer team.