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John Mendoza Jr. shooting: Lawyer representing former Brazoria Co. Deputy says deputy didn't know gun went off
Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: FOX.26.Digital@fox.com (FOX 26 Digital) , as published by Fox 26 Houston
· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the shooting are available from Fox 26 Houston.
A former Brazoria County Deputy has been indicted in connection with a shooting death that occurred in July. The deputy, Kevin Tippit, is being represented by lawyer Guy Womack. The incident involved the death of John Mendoza Jr.
Further details about the shooting are available from Fox 26 Houston. Womack spoke with Fox 26 on Thursday evening following the indictment, addressing the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 14, 2026 ·
Source: Fox 26 Houston ·
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