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Family and lawyer suing federal government seek accountability and justice for their dog
By Heriberto Perez Lara at KVIA ABC-7
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The Daw family, former owners of Chop, the dog allegedly shot and killed by a U.S. Border Patrol agent in El Paso last September, is seeking justice and accountability from the federal government.
As ABC-7 reported Monday, a federal lawsuit has been filed against the ...
Key takeaway As ABC-7 reported Monday, a federal lawsuit has been filed against the U.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The lawsuit filed by the Daw family against the U.S. government brings attention to the complex relationships between law enforcement and the community in El Paso. As the city's residents await the outcome of this case, they will be watching to see how the federal government responds to allegations of excessive force and negligence. The fact that the incident occurred inside a home in El Paso raises questions about the protocols in place for Border Patrol agents operating in residential areas. The community will be looking for clarity on what measures will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future and how the government plans to address concerns about accountability and transparency. The outcome of this lawsuit may have implications for how law enforcement agencies interact with residents and their pets in El Paso, and could potentially lead to changes in policies and procedures.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The Daw family, former owners of Chop, the dog allegedly shot and killed by a U.S. Border Patrol agent in El Paso last September, is seeking justice and accountability from the federal government.
As ABC-7 reported Monday, a federal lawsuit has been filed against the ...
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