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High school football coach fired after alleged road rage shooting
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Mitchell Koch, Brian Petersheim, Jordan Gartner , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· September 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The incident reportedly occurred on August 21, and police found vehicle debris, shell casings, and a metal drinking cup engraved with "Coach Curtis" at the scene. Natrell "Natal" Curtis, 34, was arrested and booked on charges including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and disorderly conduct.
From Mesa, Ariz.: A high school football coach has been fired after allegedly firing a gun during a road rage dispute. Natrell "Natal" Curtis, 34, was arrested and booked on charges including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and disorderly conduct. The incident reportedly occurred on August 21, and police found vehicle debris, shell casings, and a metal drinking cup engraved with "Coach Curtis" at the scene.
Further details about the incident are available, including the account of a detective with the police department. The investigation involved witness cellphone records.
The coach's arrest and firing are the result of the alleged road rage shooting, with specific charges including unlawful discharge of a firearm.
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Category: safety Published: September 5, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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