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John Mendoza Jr. shooting: Lawyer representing former Brazoria Co. Deputy says deputy didn't know gun went off
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· August 14, 2026
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Key points The incident involved the death of an individual and the former deputy's involvement in the shooting is under scrutiny, with more details available from FOX 26 Houston. A former deputy in Brazoria County has been indicted in connection with a shooting death.
A former deputy in Brazoria County has been indicted in connection with a shooting death. This incident occurred several months ago.
Further information about the case is available from news outlets. A lawyer is representing the former deputy, who was recently indicted.
The incident involved the death of an individual and the former deputy's involvement in the shooting is under scrutiny, with more details available from FOX 26 Houston .
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Published: August 14, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston ·
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