Texas Sheriff Under FBI Investigation Loses Reelection Bid After National Scrutiny

COLDSPRING, Texas - On Tuesday, there was a significant change in leadership in San Jacinto County as the current sheriff, Greg Capers, lost his bid for re-election.

Newly Elected Sheriff

The Republican nomination for sheriff was won by San Jacinto County Precinct 3 Constable Sam Houston. With no Democratic candidates on the ballot, Houston is set to become the new sheriff in November.

Controversy Surrounding Capers

Capers’ office came under national scrutiny and faced an FBI investigation following a shooting incident in April 2023, during which a man allegedly killed five of his neighbors. The sheriff initially provided inaccurate information about the deputies’ response time to the shooting, which raised criticisms from the community.

Residents' Concerns

Residents of the area expressed feeling neglected by the sheriff’s office, citing minimal or non-existent responses by deputies to various incidents, including shootings. This led to a growing sense of dissatisfaction and raised concerns about the effectiveness of law enforcement in the region.

Previous Allegations and Investigations

A previous investigation by The Associated Press revealed longstanding accusations of misconduct within the sheriff’s office, prompting the FBI to look into the matter. It was reported that Capers had allegedly ignored deputies’ misconduct and had focused extensively on asset seizures, which led to an increased budget for the office. However, these practices were found to be contentious and did not always hold up in court.

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