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Former Pct. 7 sergeant not indicted after being accused of beating her adopted children with belt
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· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about the case and the grand jury's decision are available through ABC13 Houston. A former sergeant with Harris County Precinct 7 has been accused of physically abusing her adopted children.
A former sergeant with Harris County Precinct 7 has been accused of physically abusing her adopted children. The allegations involve the use of a belt to beat the children.
A grand jury was convened to consider the case and has decided not to indict the former sergeant. This decision means that the former sergeant will not face criminal charges related to the allegations.
Further details about the case and the grand jury's decision are available through ABC13 Houston.
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Published: August 6, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston ·
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