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Fabens Man Arrested After Foot Chase and Multiple Charges Filed

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Christopher Garcia, 36, was apprehended by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office (EPCSO) after leading deputies on a foot chase in Fabens on February 19, 2026. Initially wanted for Evading Arrest/Detention with a Vehicle, Garcia now faces several additional charges, including Resisting Arrest and Assault on a Peace Officer, following his attempts to flee and resist arrest. After being caught and taken to a hospital for medical clearance, he again tried to escape. Garcia is currently held in the El Paso County Detention Facility with a bond set at $39,000. Sheriff Oscar Ugarte emphasized that evading arrest endangers both deputies and the public.

Key Details: • Incident occurred on February 19, 2026. • Garcia is held on a $39,000 bond. • Location of the chase was near the 1000 block of NE Camp in Fabens. • Charges include Evading Arrest, Resisting Arrest, and Assault on a Peace Officer.

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