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Suspect charged after being shot by Bell Co. deputies
By Laura Hartog at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
Update, 6/20/26: The Bell County Sheriff's Office said Brian Keith Fikac, 53, of Holland has been charged with Aggravated Assault Against a Public Servant in connection with Friday's incident. They said investigators found a rifle at the scene. Fikac is being treated at an area hospital.Officials...
Key takeaway reporting a violent domestic disturbance along Farm to Market Road 2268, the Bell County Sheriff's Office said in a statement.
Why this matters in The Waco
The charging of Brian Keith Fikac with Aggravated Assault Against a Public Servant brings a new layer of complexity to the ongoing investigation into the officer-involved shooting east of Holland. As the Texas Rangers lead the inquiry, the community will be watching to see how the case unfolds, particularly given the involvement of a mental health crisis. The fact that Fikac is being treated at an area hospital while the three deputies are on paid administrative leave underscores the need for a thorough examination of the events leading up to the shooting. The incident also raises questions about the resources available to address mental health emergencies in rural areas like Bell County, where access to specialized services can be limited. The outcome of this investigation will likely have implications for law enforcement protocols and mental health response strategies in the region.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Update, 6/20/26: The Bell County Sheriff's Office said Brian Keith Fikac, 53, of Holland has been charged with Aggravated Assault Against a Public Servant in connection with Friday's incident. They said investigators found a rifle at the scene. Fikac is being treated at an area hospital.Officials...
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