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Man charged in shooting that injured 2 Precinct 4 deputy constables, Harris County DA's Office says
By KTRK at ABC13 Houston (KTRK)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
According to the Harris County District Attorney's Office, Edgar Villegas is charged with aggravated assault of a police officer after shooting two Precinct 4 deputy constables.
Why this matters in Sugar Land News
The charging of Edgar Villegas in the shooting of two Precinct 4 deputy constables brings attention to the risks faced by law enforcement in the Houston area, including Sugar Land . As a community within the larger metropolitan region, Sugar Land residents rely on the same law enforcement agencies for public safety. The incident involving Precinct 4 deputy constables, who may respond to calls in Sugar Land, underscores the need for continued support of local law enforcement and the importance of community relationships with police. The fact that the Harris County District Attorney's Office is handling the case also highlights the regional cooperation in addressing crimes that affect public safety across jurisdictional boundaries, including Fort Bend County where Sugar Land is located. Residents of Sugar Land should be aware of the efforts to prosecute such crimes and the impact on their community's safety.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? According to the Harris County District Attorney's Office, Edgar Villegas is charged with aggravated assault of a police officer after shooting two Precinct 4 deputy constables.
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