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‘Deputy Darren Almendarez Act’: Bill increasing criminal penalties for catalytic converter thefts signed into law
Read full article: ‘Deputy Darren Almendarez Act’: Bill increasing criminal penalties for catalytic converter thefts signed into lawGovernor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 224, also known as the “Deputy Darren Almendarez Act” into law on Tuesday.
Catalytic converter theft bill increases criminal penalties following death of Harris County deputy
Read full article: Catalytic converter theft bill increases criminal penalties following death of Harris County deputyA bill that would create penalties for catalytic converter theft now awaits Governor Greg Abbott’s signature.
Bill named in honor of Harris County deputy killed by catalytic converter thieves passes Texas legislature
Read full article: Bill named in honor of Harris County deputy killed by catalytic converter thieves passes Texas legislatureOn Tuesday, the Texas State House unanimously passed Senate Bill 224 known as the “Deputy Darren Almendarez Act,” authored by State Senator Carol Alvarado. The bill garnered strong bipartisan support in noth chambers of the legislature.
‘It’s dangerous. It’s costly.’: Texas Senate Criminal Justice Committee to consider proposing catalytic converter theft as a felony
Read full article: ‘It’s dangerous. It’s costly.’: Texas Senate Criminal Justice Committee to consider proposing catalytic converter theft as a felonyThe Texas Senate Criminal Justice Committee will consider proposing catalytic converter theft a felony.
5 arrested in bust of catalytic converter theft ring in Pearland area, police say
Read full article: 5 arrested in bust of catalytic converter theft ring in Pearland area, police sayFive people were arrested Wednesday in a multi-agency sting operation after a months-long investigation into a large-scale catalytic converter theft ring in the Pearland area, according to authorities.
6 suspects arrested in catalytic converter thefts; Crime ring possibly linked to fatal shooting of HCSO deputy Darren Almendarez
Read full article: 6 suspects arrested in catalytic converter thefts; Crime ring possibly linked to fatal shooting of HCSO deputy Darren AlmendarezSeveral arrests have been made in connection with a large-scale catalytic converter theft ring which has possible ties to the fatal shooting of a Harris County sheriff’s deputy.
Bond set at $750K for 17-year-old suspected catalytic converter thief charged in deputy’s fatal shooting
Read full article: Bond set at $750K for 17-year-old suspected catalytic converter thief charged in deputy’s fatal shootingBond has been set at $750,000 for the teen accused in the murder of Harris County Deputy Darren Almendarez, who was shot and killed trying to stop a trio of catalytic converter thieves in late March.
‘I love you babe, I can’t breathe’: Wife, fellow brothers in blue speak at funeral for fallen HCSO Deputy Darren Almendarez
Read full article: ‘I love you babe, I can’t breathe’: Wife, fellow brothers in blue speak at funeral for fallen HCSO Deputy Darren AlmendarezMourners gathered Friday to remember Harris County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Darren Almendarez, who was killed in a shootout with three alleged catalytic converter thieves.
‘A phenomenal investigator’: Harris County sheriff’s deputy Darren Almendarez honored during funeral service
Read full article: ‘A phenomenal investigator’: Harris County sheriff’s deputy Darren Almendarez honored during funeral serviceThe funeral for Harris County sheriff’s deputy Darren Almendarez will take place Friday.
2 of 3 charged in fatal shooting of HCSO deputy could face death penalty
Read full article: 2 of 3 charged in fatal shooting of HCSO deputy could face death penaltyTwo of three suspects charged in the fatal shooting of a Harris County Sheriff’s Deputy Darren Almendarez appeared in court Tuesday morning.
‘Where are their parents?’: Brothers in blue support death penalty sought for suspects charged in murder of Deputy Almendarez
Read full article: ‘Where are their parents?’: Brothers in blue support death penalty sought for suspects charged in murder of Deputy AlmendarezLaw enforcement officials are asking for the death penalty in the fatal shooting of a veteran Harris County deputy who was gunned down after interrupting three suspects who were allegedly trying to steal his catalytic converter.
PHOTOS: Procession held for fallen veteran HCSO deputy Darren Almendarez
Read full article: PHOTOS: Procession held for fallen veteran HCSO deputy Darren AlmendarezA procession was held for Harris County Deputy Darren Almendarez, who was shot and killed last Thursday by three alleged catalytic converter suspects in north Harris County.
1 of 3 suspects accused in deadly shooting of veteran HCSO deputy appears in court overnight
Read full article: 1 of 3 suspects accused in deadly shooting of veteran HCSO deputy appears in court overnightOne of the three suspects accused of fatally shooting of Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy appeared in court overnight on Saturday.
Here’s what we know about the suspects involved in the fatal shooting of veteran HSCO deputy
Read full article: Here’s what we know about the suspects involved in the fatal shooting of veteran HSCO deputyThree men have been charged with capital murder for the shooting death of veteran Harris County Deputy Darren Almendarez, which occurred Thursday night.
‘A fellow brother in blue’: Law enforcement officers, elected officials offer condolences to family of fallen HCSO deputy Darren Almendarez
Read full article: ‘A fellow brother in blue’: Law enforcement officers, elected officials offer condolences to family of fallen HCSO deputy Darren AlmendarezLaw enforcement officers and many elected officials are offering condolences to the family and friends of Harris County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Darren Almendarez.
‘He was a warrior’: What we know about Deputy Darren Almendarez, veteran fatally shot by catalytic converter thieves: HCSO
Read full article: ‘He was a warrior’: What we know about Deputy Darren Almendarez, veteran fatally shot by catalytic converter thieves: HCSOKPRC 2 is learning more about a Harris County sheriff’s deputy who died after he was shot while trying to stop suspects from stealing his catalytic converter during a trip to the grocery store Thursday night, according to officials.
3 suspects accused in fatal shooting of veteran deputy identified, charged with capital murder: HCSO
Read full article: 3 suspects accused in fatal shooting of veteran deputy identified, charged with capital murder: HCSOAn off-duty Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy has died after he was shot while trying to stop suspects from stealing his catalytic converter during a trip to the grocery store Thursday night, according to officials.