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Harris County District Attorney's office reviewing cases involving HPD officer fired in racist rant
Summary by Bellaire News Editorial Desk Mycah Hatfield , as published by ABC13 Houston
· June 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on this development can be found through local news sources, such as ABC13 Houston, which initially reported on the investigation and the District Attorney's response.
A review of cases is underway in Harris County. The District Attorney's office is looking into matters involving a former Houston Police Department officer. This officer was previously fired due to a racist rant.
The review was prompted after an investigation identified several cases connected to the officer. The District Attorney's office has announced plans to notify defendants in these cases. Further information on this development can be found through local news sources, such as ABC13 Houston, which initially reported on the investigation and the District Attorney's response.
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Category: safety Published: June 13, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston Reading time: 1 min
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