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Man charged in shooting that injured 2 Precinct 4 deputy constables, Harris County DA's Office says
By ABC13 Houston
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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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 Willis
The charging of Edgar Villegas in the shooting of two Precinct 4 deputy constables raises concerns about public safety in neighboring Montgomery County, where Willis residents often interact with law enforcement from surrounding areas. As part of the greater Houston metro, Willis is not isolated from the risks and consequences of violent crimes that occur in nearby counties. The fact that the shooting involved deputy constables from Precinct 4, which is based in Houston, highlights the regional nature of law enforcement and the potential for incidents to affect multiple jurisdictions. Residents of Willis should be aware that their local law enforcement, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, may collaborate with neighboring agencies like the Harris County District Attorney's Office to address regional crime issues. This incident may lead to increased cooperation and information sharing between law enforcement agencies in the region to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston ·
Reading time: 1 min
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