Comal County Chief Deputy Resigns, Alleges “Narcissistic Behavior” by Precinct 4 Constable
Pedro “Pete” Arroyo did not leave the Comal County Constable’s Office for Precinct 4 quietly. In his resignation, Arroyo cited a lack of “mutual respect,” but his exit interview went further, accusing first-term Constable Alice “Ali” Flores of poor leadership, creating a toxic work environment, and displaying “narcissistic behavior” — claims that surfaced alongside a paper trail detailing the breakdown inside the office.
Rowlett School Resource Officer, Wife Arrested by Rockwall Police in Assault Case
A Rowlett school resource officer and his wife were arrested by Rockwall police after a woman reported an alleged assault at a Ridge Road establishment. The case now places a currently assigned campus officer on administrative leave while both the criminal investigation and an internal department review move forward.
Supreme Court: Reasonable Suspicion Requires the Totality of the Circumstances
The U.S. Supreme Court reversed a lower court ruling after finding that an officer had reasonable suspicion to stop a driver during a late-night vehicle encounter. The Court said judges must consider the full picture — including a suspicious vehicle call, passengers running from the car and the driver attempting to leave with a door still open — rather than reviewing each fact in isolation.
Kyle PD Arrests Hays CISD Teacher on Improper Relationship Charge
Kyle police arrested a 40-year-old Lehman High School math teacher after investigating a reported inappropriate interaction with a student. The teacher, identified as Juan Gomez of Buda, has been charged with improper relationship between an educator and student. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing and are working with school officials to prioritize student safety.
San Marcos Police Shooting Lawsuit Alleges Flawed Investigation and No-Bill Decision
A federal lawsuit filed over the fatal shooting of 22-year-old Malachi Williams in San Marcos alleges that a flawed investigation, omitted evidence and inconsistent witness accounts led to a grand jury’s decision not to indict Officer Alcides Ventura. The complaint states Williams was unarmed and fleeing when he was shot in the back on April 11, 2024, and asserts that physical evidence and witness statements contradict claims that he posed an imminent threat. It further alleges Texas Ranger Jose L. Rodriguez failed to document key evidence, relied on leading interviews and omitted information that could have challenged the official narrative presented to the grand jury. Defendants named in the lawsuit have not yet responded to the allegations.
Karnes County Jail Probe Ends With Administrator Fired Over Contraband, Records, Oversight Issues
An internal investigation into the Karnes County Jail found drugs detected inside the facility, ammunition and a knife in the administrator’s desk, and missing inmate records and money—issues investigators said pointed to a breakdown in operations. Officials wrote the case was “a culmination of management and operational failures,” not a single incident, citing problems with supervision, documentation, and compliance with jail standards. The findings ultimately led to the administrator’s termination, concluding he failed to maintain “full responsibility for the management and operational control of the jail.”
DPS Trooper Suspended After Investigation Finds Sexual Comments, Inappropriate Conduct
An internal Texas DPS investigation found a trooper made repeated sexual comments and unprofessional remarks, including telling a coworker he wished they would “slip on a banana peel, bump his head, and become gay like [him].” Investigators sustained the allegations, citing admissions and corroborating interviews that led to a suspension.
Private Donut Shop, Public Lawsuit: Hays County Judge Sues San Marcos in Hays County Court
A dispute over a San Marcos donut shop tied to Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra’s private business has escalated into a lawsuit filed in Hays County District Court, following the city’s decision not to renew a ground lease and a subsequent notice ordering the property vacated, prompting Becerra to seek court intervention.  At issue is whether the City of San Marcos properly enforced the terms of the expired lease and complied with local requirements before attempting to take possession of the building, and a temporary restraining order now blocks the city from moving forward with removal or demolition while those legal questions are resolved.
From Traffic Stop to “I Love You” Calls: Texas Trooper Suspended After Jail Visit
A Texas state trooper was suspended after investigators uncovered a relationship that began with a traffic stop and escalated into a jailhouse meeting, recorded calls, and promises of help. Surveillance video shows the trooper entering a restricted area to meet the inmate, who immediately asked, “How are you allowed to come here?” Hours later, recorded calls captured the two exchanging “I love you” while he discussed contacting her family and helping with an attorney—much of it while he was on duty.
From Promotion to Suspension: Lockhart Lieutenant Disciplined Again After DA Review
A Lockhart police lieutenant who was previously disciplined and later promoted has now been suspended again following an internal investigation reviewed by the Caldwell County District Attorney’s Office and the Texas Rangers. According to witness statements, telecommunications officer Jerome Wymore reported being struck by a toy shot by Lt. Zack D. Everett while on duty in the dispatch center, stating it caused pain for approximately 20 minutes and initially led him to seek criminal charges. Investigators also found Everett struck another officer during a separate incident days earlier, though that officer declined to file a complaint. Another witness told investigators Wymore appeared visibly upset after being hit, and the incident was confirmed by video evidence. Although the complaint was later withdrawn, the department sustained multiple policy violations and cited Everett’s prior disciplinary history in issuing a five-day suspension.