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Former police officer who shot teen in McDonald's parking lot faces pretrial hearing
By NBC affiliate at WOAI News 4 / News4SA (NBC affiliate) — Local
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Ex-San Antonio officer James Brennand returns to court Monday for a possible final pretrial hearing in the Erik Cantu McDonald’s parking lot shooting. Judges will weigh what jurors can hear ahead of his July 21 trial.
Key takeaway Judges will weigh what jurors can hear ahead of his July 21 trial.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The upcoming pretrial hearing for former San Antonio officer James Brennand will have significant implications for the community, particularly in Terrell Hills where residents place a high value on public safety. As the case moves forward, the city's trust in its law enforcement agencies will be closely watched. The fact that Brennand's trial is set for July 21 suggests that the community will soon have a chance to see justice served, but the outcome is far from certain. The hearing will determine what evidence jurors can consider, which could significantly impact the trial's outcome. Residents of Terrell Hills will be paying close attention to the proceedings, seeking assurance that the justice system is working fairly and effectively to address incidents of police violence. The community's perception of the trial's outcome will likely influence its relationship with local law enforcement, making the upcoming hearing a critical moment in the case.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: WOAI News 4 / News4SA (NBC affiliate) — Local ·
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What is this story about? Ex-San Antonio officer James Brennand returns to court Monday for a possible final pretrial hearing in the Erik Cantu McDonald’s parking lot shooting. Judges will weigh what jurors can hear ahead of his July 21 trial.
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