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Excessive Force Lawsuit Filed Against Former Dallas County Jail Detention Officer

Nearly two years after Rhonda Wells was injured at the Dallas County Jail, she has filed a lawsuit against the former detention officer who hurt her.

CBS 11–2013/05/15

Dallas Officials Search For Car-Ramming Suspects

Dallas County officials are looking for two men accused of ramming an off-duty deputy’s car at an apartment complex over the weekend.

2013/02/19

A police official conducts a field sobriety test at a DUI traffic checkpoint on June 4, 2007. (credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

No Holiday Drunk Driving Fatalities In Dallas County

While it was a busy holiday season for the DUI enforcement unit of the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department, the most significant number reported may be zero. There were no drunk driving fatalities recorded in Dallas County during the holiday special enforcement period.

CBSDFW.COM–2013/01/02

Suspects Ruben Segoviano (L) and Gregory Ramos Guzman (R) Credit: Dallas County Sheriff's Department

Kidnapped Victim Discovered In Routine Traffic Stop

Deputies with the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department discovered a kidnapped man after pulling a vehicle over for speeding early Monday morning.

2012/12/31

A woman walks the white line during a field sobriety test. (credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

North Texas No Refusal Weekend Starts Friday Night

The beginning of the New Year’s holiday weekend in North Texas, also jumpstarts a crack down on drunk drivers.

CBS 11–2012/12/28

Two Dead In I-20 Crash

Two people died Friday after an overnight accident in Duncanville. It happened just after 1:30 on westbound Interstate 20 just west of Duncanville Road.

2012/03/30

Budget Woes = Changes & Cuts For Dallas Co. Sheriffs

Dallas County Commissioners are slashing budget items, as the county sees less tax revenue coming in.

2011/10/12

Arrest Made In Theft From Dallas Co. District Clerk’s Office

A former Dallas County employee, and another person, have been arrested and accused of stealing more than $100,000.

2011/10/11

Naim Rasool Muhammad was captured by police in Dallas after allegedly killing his two children. (credit: Texas Department of Criminal Justice)

Dallas Sheriff Investigating Constable’s Office In Drowning Deaths

The Dallas County Sheriff’s Department will investigate a Deputy Constable accused of failing to help stop a father who police say killed his two children.

2011/08/26

You’re Never Too Old To Stop A Prison Riot

From his shin guards to his helmet, Robert Vaughan’s riot gear is a clear sign that he has one of the most dangerous jobs in the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department.

2011/04/08

Jaime Cortes, former Precinct 5 Dallas County Constable.

Grand Jury Hears Evidence Against Former and Current Constables

A Grand Jury heard evidence Monday against Dallas County Constable Derick Evans and former Constable Jaime Cortes, which could result in indictments Wednesday.

CBS 11–2010/11/29