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Witness in Houston ICE shooting released from custody, lawyer says
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Angie Rodriguez , as published by FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - News
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway His lawyer shared this update with FOX 26, providing some information about Pliego's current situation.
A witness in a Houston ICE shooting has been released from custody. The individual, Jose Pliego, is no longer being held, according to his attorney. His lawyer shared this update with FOX 26, providing some information about Pliego's current situation.
The attorney stated that Pliego was released at an undisclosed location. Further details about the release and Pliego's current status can be found through FOX 26, as the attorney has only shared limited information about the circumstances of his release.
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Category: local Published: July 29, 2026 Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - News Reading time: 1 min
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