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Laredo woman faces child mistreatment charges, accused of threatening toddlers with a knife
By Alex Cano at KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A Laredo woman is facing charges after police say video showed her threatening children under the age of five with a knife.The video allegedly shows Alejandra Settle pushing three toddlers to the ground. Laredo police served Settle with arrest warrants nearly a year after th...
Key takeaway The video allegedly shows Alejandra Settle pushing three toddlers to the ground.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The allegations against Alejandra Settle are a disturbing reminder of the need for vigilant oversight in local childcare settings. As the case unfolds, residents should be aware of the resources available to report suspected child mistreatment, such as the Laredo Police Department's dedicated tip lines and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services' hotline. The fact that nearly a year passed before Settle was served with arrest warrants raises questions about the timeline of the investigation and the coordination between law enforcement and social services. The community will be watching to see how the Webb County court system handles these serious charges, which include three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and two counts of injury to a child. A conviction could result in significant prison time, sending a strong message about the consequences of harming vulnerable children in Laredo.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A Laredo woman is facing charges after police say video showed her threatening children under the age of five with a knife.The video allegedly shows Alejandra Settle pushing three toddlers to the ground. Laredo police served Settle with arrest warrants nearly a year after th...
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