A former deputy in Brazoria County has been indicted in connection with a shooting death. The incident involved 18-year-old John Mendoza Jr and occurred in Lake Jackson.
The former deputy, Kevin Tippit, was indicted for his role in the death. The shooting took place in June.
Further details about the incident and indictment are available from local news sources, including FOX 26 Houston.
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