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Father charged after distressed 11-year-old daughter flags down police officer, says her dad was trying to kill her
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the incident are available from the Hinesville Police Department, which reported the incident occurred on April 19.
A disturbing incident in Hinesville, Georgia, led to the arrest of a father. Evidence was collected from the family's home, including a black leather belt and a bat. The father, 35 years old, had been drinking earlier in the day.
He was taken into custody after his daughter reported the incident to police. The girl, 11 years old, was visibly upset when she stopped a patrol vehicle. Further details about the incident are available from the Hinesville Police Department, which reported the incident occurred on April 19.
The father was charged following the incident, during which the girl suffered injuries to her legs.
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Category: safety Published: July 23, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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