Former Harris County Sheriff’s Deputy Charged with Official Oppression, Attempted Sexual Assault
Former Harris County sheriff's deputy Dohnya Dozier has been arrested and charged with official oppression and attempted sexual assault. He is accused of using his position and uniform to engage in sexual encounters with approximately a dozen women. The arrest…
Houston, TX, October 1, 2026 — A former deputy with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, identified as Dohnya Dozier, has been arrested and faces charges of official oppression and attempted sexual assault.
According to reports, Dozier is accused of leveraging his authority and sheriff’s uniform to engage in sexual encounters with an estimated dozen women. The actions allegedly occurred while he was on duty or using his official capacity.
The arrest stems from an internal affairs investigation conducted by the sheriff’s office, which was reportedly initiated following a criminal investigation. The criminal investigation is said to have commenced after one woman came forward with allegations against Dozier.
Further details regarding the timeline of the alleged incidents, the specific nature of the official oppression charges, or the exact outcomes of the investigations were not immediately available. The amount of any potential fines or specific penalties associated with the charges has not been provided.
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office has not released further information regarding the case beyond confirming the arrest and charges. The investigation is ongoing.
Story summarized from the original created by Bryce Newberry on www.click2houston.com, see more information here.
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