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Gov. Abbott issued a statement on the death of Texas Department of Criminal Justice Correctional Officer Motley at Wainwright Unit in Houston County in the line of duty

by Gavin Wright
November 15, 2023
in Local News
Gov. Abbott directed the TDEM to prepare state emergency response resources ahead of severe weather moving across the state that is expected to impact Texas 

Waco, TX – According to the state officials, Gov. Abbott issued the following statement:

“Texas grieves for the loss of one of its brave correctional officers, who selflessly put his life on the line each day to protect his community, fellow officers, and Texans.

We must never take for granted the service and sacrifice of our correctional officers.

Cecilia and I pray for Officer Jovian Motley and his family and ask all Texans to keep his loved ones in their prayers during this heartbreaking time.“

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