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Facebook Marketplace Post Leads to Recovery of Eight Stolen Tailgates, Two Arrests
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Mike Akin , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 19, 2026
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Key points Deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Office made arrests after a victim recognized their stolen tailgate online. Further details about the arrests and recovery are available from Constable Mark Herman's Office, including through their mobile app and social media accounts.
A social media post helped authorities recover stolen property. Deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Office made arrests after a victim recognized their stolen tailgate online. The victim had arranged to meet the seller, and deputies intercepted the meeting.
The seller, who was identified, attempted to flee but was caught after a Taser was used. This incident led to the recovery of multiple stolen items and the arrest of two individuals. Further details about the arrests and recovery are available from Constable Mark Herman's Office, including through their mobile app and social media accounts.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 19, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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