City Manager Convicted in Sex Trafficking Sting

Former city manager Ervin Joe Campbell of Anson, Texas, was convicted by a federal jury in just 30 minutes on charges of attempting to entice a minor for sex — a crime carrying a mandatory minimum of 10 years, possibly life. He fell for an undercover operation in Abilene, responding to a Facebook Marketplace ad that led him to a hotel with cash and condoms, believing he was meeting two teens. Law enforcement says this case sends a clear message: predators, even those in authority, will be held accountable — and children are protected at all costs. His sentencing is set for September 17, 2026. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ab7e4daa4b0e660d