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Federal lawsuit alleges Border Patrol agent shot, killed dog in El Paso home
By Gabrielle Lopez at KVIA ABC-7
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- A federal lawsuit against the U.S. government alleged a U.S. Border Patrol agent shot and killed a dog inside an El Paso home last year. Singleton Schreiber, LLP filed the lawsuit on behalf of Seth Daw and said the complaint raises claims for assault, battery, conversion ...
Key takeaway In September 2025, Daw alleged the agent shot his dog while agents searched his home for undocumented migrants.
Why this matters in The El Paso
This incident has sparked concerns among El Paso residents about the use of force by law enforcement, particularly in situations where pets are involved. The fact that the agents did not find any undocumented migrants in the home raises questions about the justification for the search and the subsequent actions of Agent Muñoz. The lawsuit's allegations of assault, battery, and negligence will likely be closely watched by the community, given the city's complex relationship with border enforcement. U.S. Representative Veronica Escobar's letter to CBP and Border Patrol officials last year indicates that there are already efforts underway to address the incident and potentially prevent similar situations in the future. As the case moves forward, El Pasoans will be looking for answers about the protocols in place for searches and the training received by Border Patrol agents to de-escalate situations and avoid harm to people and animals.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- A federal lawsuit against the U.S. government alleged a U.S. Border Patrol agent shot and killed a dog inside an El Paso home last year. Singleton Schreiber, LLP filed the lawsuit on behalf of Seth Daw and said the complaint raises claims for assault, battery, conversion ...
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