TX-23 resident brief · Public safety
Zavala deputy drags, injures Batesville woman during arrest
· Reported by Uvalde Leader-News
Bottom line
Zavala County Deputy Athan Aguilar was captured on video dragging and injuring 67-year-old Maria Robles during an arrest in Batesville on Oct. 3. The sheriff's office has called in Texas Rangers for an internal investigation into the incident.
Why it matters in TX-23
Residents of Batesville and Zavala County are concerned about police conduct and the use of force by deputies. The incident highlights ongoing questions about accountability in local law enforcement for the community.
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