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Denton County Sheriff’s Deputy Shoots Suspect In The Arm

A Denton County Sheriff’s deputies shot a man in the arm as they tried to take him into custody at a home near the 6600 block of Grissom Road.

2013/04/10

(credit: Denton County Sheriff’s Office)

Man Nearly Electrocuted Trying To Steal Utility Pole Copper

A suspected copper thief is hospitalized at Parkland Hospital after being electrocuted in Denton County. Officials say 24-year-old James Johnson was committing the crime on Sunday, near Aubery, when he was seriously burned.

CBSDFW.COM–2013/03/11

Credit: Denton County Sheriff's Department

Denton County Sheriff’s K-9 Found Shot To Death

A Denton County Sheriff’s K-9 was found to have been shot to death after going missing from his handler’s backyard more than two weeks ago.

2013/01/05

Suspect Shot By Denton Co. Sheriff’s Deputy Dies

One suspect is dead and another in jail, after they led a deputy on a chase and then rammed his patrol car during a traffic stop, according to the Denton County Sheriff’s Department.

CBSDFW.COM–2012/10/16

‘Lawless’ Lantana Pushing For Police

Tucked away in Denton County, Lantana is known for its quaintness. But some residents believe the lack of a police force is leading to lawlessness in town.

2011/06/10