Assaults on Fifth Avenue Woman Fights Off Attacker
A woman alleges an assault began near Pak's Food Store on Fifth Avenue when a man pursued her as she tried to flee. He grabbed at her, stripped her shirt, and attempted to remove her bra before she screamed for help. Two bystanders aided in driving the attacker away. police seek information at 409 643 5760 or Crime Stoppers at 409 948 TIPS 8477.
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Longtime East Texas Democrat Leighton Cornett Dies at 86
Leighton Marion Cornett, longtime East Texas attorney and politician, died in Paris at age 86. He served as the state's youngest legislator after being elected to the Texas House from 1939 to 1941, led civil rights efforts in Paris through school redistricting cases, and held roles including district and county attorney, first assistant U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Texas, and Paris Junior College regents chair. Funeral services are planned for Saturday with Judge Webb Biard and U.S. District Judge William Wayne Justice speaking. survivors include his daughter Debra Usry, son Guy Cornett, brother James Cornett, four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.
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Mental retardation bill SB163 details jury handling
The bill proposes separate juries for death penalty cases if the defendant is found not mentally retarded. If a jury fails to reach a unanimous verdict, a new panel would be seated. Trials proceed with a different jury, and the death penalty remains a possible option. Perry’s office did not immediately comment.
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Restaurants slow as police report steady yet busy night
Officers handled assaults thefts burglaries and a minor injury accident with a family violence arrest and a hit and run resolved. Hitchcock police logged two drug arrests and watched for drunk drivers while city jails filled and eateries saw few patrons after 5 p.m. Luna’s and The Reef managers cite midweek holidays and bar access as factors.
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