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Pamela Colloff’s 'Catch the Devil' tells a harrowing story of crime and lies on the Gulf Coast
Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk Sarah Asch , as published by Texas Standard
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This individual's actions led to a man being sentenced to death row for a murder he claims he did not commit.
A new book is shedding light on a disturbing case of crime and deception. The story revolves around a former Austin police officer who turned to a life of crime. This individual's actions led to a man being sentenced to death row for a murder he claims he did not commit.
The book, written by Pamela Colloff, provides a detailed account of the saga. It explores the complex events that unfolded on the Gulf Coast. Further details about the book and its contents are available from the Texas Standard.
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Category: safety Published: July 15, 2026 Source: Texas Standard Reading time: 1 min
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