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Testimony continues in trial of Johnson County sheriff accused of retaliation
By Alanna Quillen at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Testimony continued Wednesday in the criminal trial of Johnson County Sheriff Adam King, who faces two counts of retaliation and one charge of official oppression tied to a sexual assault investigation involving sheriff’s office employees.
King has denied all allegations.
Before proceedings...
Key takeaway A grand jury also found that King retaliated against Saulter after he reported alleged official oppression to county officials and the Texas Rangers in June 2025.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The trial of Johnson County Sheriff Adam King has significant implications for the community, particularly in terms of trust in local law enforcement. As the case unfolds, residents of neighboring Tarrant County, including those in Southlake , will be watching closely to see how the justice system holds elected officials accountable. The allegations against King, if proven, would represent a serious breach of the public's trust and could have far-reaching consequences for the sheriff's office and its relationships with other local agencies. The fact that King was briefly placed on administrative leave but later returned to work with restrictions may also raise questions about the effectiveness of oversight mechanisms in place to ensure that law enforcement leaders are held to high standards of conduct. As the trial continues, the community will be looking for a fair and transparent outcome that upholds the principles of accountability and justice.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Testimony continued Wednesday in the criminal trial of Johnson County Sheriff Adam King, who faces two counts of retaliation and one charge of official oppression tied to a sexual assault investigation involving sheriff’s office employees.
King has denied all allegations.
Before proceedings...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 24, 2026 by NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local and curated for Southlake News readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Alanna Quillen at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local. To learn more about how Southlake News selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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