Crime

Van Zandt County Sheriff resigns following indictment

The Van Zandt County Sheriff has issued his resignation letter following his arrest and indictment on allegations that he lied to investigators about one of his deputies punching a handcuffed inmate in the face.

Man gets 20 years for aggravated assault

The defendant took the stand in his own defense and claimed that he was trying to defend himself.  On cross-examination, Flowers admitted that he had previous felony convictions, including an aggravated robbery.  Jurors also saw text messages that Flowers sent offering to kill the District Attorney for $500,000.