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Ex-deputy didn't know gun fired in killing of Texas State student, attorney says
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk · As published by Houston Chronicle
· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Chronicle has reported on the attorney's statement, providing details about the situation.
An attorney has made a statement regarding the killing of a Texas State student. The attorney claims that a former deputy was unaware that their gun had fired during the incident.
Further information about the case is available from the Houston Chronicle. The Chronicle has reported on the attorney's statement, providing details about the situation.
For a full understanding of the events, readers can refer to the Houston Chronicle's coverage, which includes the attorney's comments about the former deputy's knowledge of the gun firing.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 14, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Chronicle ·
Reading time: 1 min
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