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Couple brought from Florida on child abuse charges
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Roland Richter , as published by FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The investigation began when the child's biological father provided information to officers on February 7.
A couple has been brought to Bell County to face charges related to alleged child abuse. The case involves the woman's daughter and originated in Killeen. The investigation began when the child's biological father provided information to officers on February 7.
Killeen Assistant Police Chief Alex Gearhart is involved in the case. Further details about the allegations and the couple's arrest are available from local news sources, including FOX 44 News. The couple was found in Florida before being transported to Bell County.
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Category: safety Published: August 11, 2026 Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) Reading time: 1 min
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