Houston Police Chief Troy Finner suspends numerous adult sexual assault cases due to personnel shortage; a special team will handle them, with up to 2,000 cases affected since 2021.

Houston Police Chief Troy Finner has revealed the suspension of a significant number of adult sexual assault cases due to a lack of personnel. A special team of investigators will address the cases, though exact numbers and duration remain unclear. Houston Police Officer's Union President Doug Griffith estimates that up to 2,000 cases could be affected since 2021. The department will assign additional investigators to the Special Victims Division to address the backlog.

February 21, 2024
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