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Laredo man arrested after assault sends victim to hospital
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ariel Gomez , as published by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· August 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Police responded to the scene and found a 58-year-old man on the ground being allegedly assaulted by 46-year-old Jose Angel Flores.
A local man is facing charges after an alleged assault in Laredo . The incident occurred near Thomas Avenue and Hillside Road, and witnesses reported hearing a commotion. Police responded to the scene and found a 58-year-old man on the ground being allegedly assaulted by 46-year-old Jose Angel Flores.
The victim was taken to a hospital for treatment, but his current condition is unknown. Flores was arrested and charged with assault. Further details about the incident and the arrest are available from local news sources.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 10, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A local man is facing charges after an alleged assault in Laredo. The incident occurred near Thomas Avenue and Hillside Road, and witnesses reported hearing a commotion. Police responded to the scene…
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