Laredo Man Arrested on Multiple Charges Including Assaulting Officer
A 25-year-old Laredo man, Joshua David Ford, was arrested and faces multiple charges including assaulting a peace officer by biting, resisting arrest, and DWI. The incident occurred after police responded to a report of a man asleep at the wheel,…
Laredo, TX, November 11, 2026 — A 25-year-old man from Laredo, identified as Joshua David Ford, has been arrested and is facing several charges, including assaulting a peace officer by biting, resisting arrest, and driving while intoxicated (DWI).
The incident began when law enforcement officers responded to a report concerning a man found asleep at the wheel of his vehicle. According to the report, the vehicle was also alleged to have been involved in a hit-and-run incident prior to the police response. Information regarding the specific location or the exact time of the incident was not immediately available.
Upon arrival, officers encountered Ford, who subsequently resisted arrest. During the course of the arrest, Ford is alleged to have assaulted a peace officer by biting. The charges reflect the gravity of the situation, encompassing alleged impaired driving, obstruction of justice, and an act of violence against a law enforcement official.
The Laredo Police Department is handling the ongoing investigation. Details surrounding the specific nature of the hit-and-run, including the extent of any damage or injuries sustained in that incident, were not provided. Similarly, the exact court proceedings or any potential penalties Ford may face were not disclosed at this time. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. Further details regarding the timeline of events, the investigation’s next steps, or any court dates are pending.
Story summarized from the original created by Ruby Villarreal, Mindy Casso on www.kgns.tv, see more information here.
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