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Abilene police try's to intimidate journalist gathering content for a story.

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Jun 23, 2026 · reviewed by Skyler R
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A 6-minute WTA video. WTA says APD officers tried to intimidate WTA while it gathered material for a story. No officer is named in the caption.

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Written by the CIVILIAN News Desk in our own words from public records and local coverage. We don't copy text, quotes or photos. 2026-10-28.

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