Harris County Pct. 5 deputy named in 'high-dollar' auto theft ring; accused of helping thieves on the job

FOX 26 Houston, By Abigail Dye, July 23, 2024

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A now former Harris County Precinct 5 deputy is accused of helping four suspects steal multiple "high-dollar" vehicles, according to court records.

A search warrant application in an auto-theft ring investigation says the deputy is being investigated for abuse of official capacity, theft by a public servant, and engaging in criminal activity.

The deputy is not officially charged, so we are not reporting his name at this time. We will update this story once charges are officially filed.

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