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Webb County sheriff removal case heads to jury trial in May 2027
By Alex Cano at KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A civil case seeking the removal of Webb County Sheriff Martin Cuellar moved forward with a jury trial now scheduled for May 2027.A case hearing was held Thursday morning, July 9, via Zoom, with Judge Joel B. Johnson presiding.Pre-trial hearings are scheduled for April 12, 2...
Key takeaway (KGNS) - A civil case seeking the removal of Webb County Sheriff Martin Cuellar moved forward with a jury trial now scheduled for May 2027.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The upcoming jury trial for the removal of Webb County Sheriff Martin Cuellar will undoubtedly be closely watched by the community, given the serious allegations of incompetency and official misconduct. As the case moves forward, residents will be looking for clarity on how these proceedings may impact the day-to-day operations of the sheriff's office. With pre-trial hearings scheduled for April 2027, the next few months will be crucial in determining the fate of Cuellar's tenure. The fact that Cuellar remains in office despite a separate federal fraud trial looming in October adds a layer of complexity to the situation. As the jury trial approaches, the people of Webb County will be waiting to see how the legal system navigates these dual proceedings and what the ultimate outcome will mean for the leadership of their local law enforcement agency. The community's trust in the sheriff's office hangs in the balance.
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Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
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What is this story about? LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A civil case seeking the removal of Webb County Sheriff Martin Cuellar moved forward with a jury trial now scheduled for May 2027.A case hearing was held Thursday morning, July 9, via Zoom, with Judge Joel B. Johnson presiding.Pre-trial hearings are scheduled for April 12, 2...
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