Coverage dated October 16, 2026

Brenham police officer fired over license reader use

Headline from FOX 44 Burlington

Brenham, Tx (FOX44) - After an audit of license plate reader use turned up unusual search activity, a Brenham police officer was terminated and Texas Rangers called in. Brenham Chief of Police Gary Boshears said “This incident underscores why meaningful oversight matters.

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Reports & sources

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  1. Fox26 Houston

    Brenham police officer fired for alleged misuse of license plate reader technology (opens Fox26 Houston)

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    Fox26 Houston's feed description

    A Brenham police officer is said to be out of a job and under a state-level investigation for reported "misuse" of the department's license plate reader technology. Brenham police officer fired for license plate reader misuse According to a press release , Brenham police say the reported misuse came…

  2. FOX 44 Burlington

    Brenham police officer fired over license reader use (opens FOX 44 Burlington)

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    FOX 44 Burlington's feed description

    Brenham, Tx (FOX44) - After an audit of license plate reader use turned up unusual search activity, a Brenham police officer was terminated and Texas Rangers called in. Brenham Chief of Police Gary Boshears said “This incident underscores why meaningful oversight matters.

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