Grand Jury to Review Brazoria County Deputy’s Fatal Shooting of Teenager John Mendoza Jr.

The episode details the 2026 fatal shooting of 18-year-old John Mendoza Jr. by a Brazoria County Sheriff’s deputy following a traffic stop and vehicle pursuit. While law enforcement reports a chase that ended in a garage, the victim's family and legal counsel maintain that the Texas State University student was unarmed and posed no threat. The incident has triggered widespread protests and intense public scrutiny, specifically regarding reports of a possible accidental discharge mentioned in dispatch audio. The Texas Rangers are currently leading an independent investigation to determine if the use of deadly force was legally justified. Ultimately, the case will be presented to a grand jury to decide if the deputy involved will face criminal charges. These sources highlight a community's urgent demand for transparency and the release of body-camera footage to clarify the conflicting narratives.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed--6017387/support.This episode includes AI-generated content.