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NMSU athlete who missed court tried to get into US for trial, his agency says
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Rishi Oza , as published by KVIA ABC-7
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about Washington's situation and the trial are available from local news sources, including KVIA ABC-7.
A former New Mexico State University athlete is facing issues attending his trial in Las Cruces. Deshawndre Washington was trying to return to the US from Lebanon for the trial, but his travel was hindered by the military conflict in the Middle East. Washington currently plays for a team in Lebanon and was participating in a playoff game on the day of the trial.
His agency submitted paperwork explaining that he was unable to travel due to security concerns. Further details about Washington's situation and the trial are available from local news sources, including KVIA ABC-7.
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Category: local Published: August 4, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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