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Port Neches PD: Suspect runs over, kills 68-year-old man while trying to steal his truck
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· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the incident can be found through the Port Neches PD, as they have released information about the suspect running over and killing the 68-year-old man during the attempted truck theft.
A fatal incident occurred in Port Neches, involving a suspect attempting to steal a truck. The situation resulted in the death of a 68-year-old man, who was run over by the suspect. The Port Neches Police Department is aware of the incident and has information available.
For those seeking more details, the police department can provide further information about the incident. Further details about the incident can be found through the Port Neches PD, as they have released information about the suspect running over and killing the 68-year-old man during the attempted truck theft.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 17, 2026 ·
Source: KFDM (CBS / Sinclair) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A fatal incident occurred in Port Neches, involving a suspect attempting to steal a truck. The situation resulted in the death of a 68-year-old man, who was run over by the suspect. The Port Neches…
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