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Sister of man accused of killing San Benito police lieutenant testifies
Summary by The Brownsville Editorial Desk Montserrat Pagan , as published by MyRGV
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The trial continues in the 404th state District Court.
A trial is underway in Brownsville for Rogelio Martinez, accused of capital murder. He is charged in connection with the fatal shooting of San Benito police lieutenant Milton Resendez. Martinez's sister, Katherine Darlene Martinez, testified in court.
The case stems from a police chase that began on South Padre Island and spanned Cameron County. Martinez is alleged to have fired at the officer's vehicle during the chase. His co-defendant, Rodrigo Axel Espinosa Valdez, has already pleaded guilty to murder.
Further details about the trial and the events surrounding the shooting are available from local news sources. The trial continues in the 404th state District Court.
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Category: safety Published: July 3, 2026 Source: MyRGV Reading time: 1 min
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