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Charges dropped against former SAPD officer indicted on possession of child pornography
By Gabby Jimenez, Erica Hernandez at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 25, 2026
· 3 min read
A Bexar County court dismissed all charges against a former San Antonio police officer who was indicted on counts of possession of child pornography, court documents show.Charges against Matthew Martin, 44, were dismissed Monday due to “insufficient evidence,” according to court records. Martin w...
Key takeaway Charges against Matthew Martin, 44, were dismissed Monday due to “insufficient evidence,” according to court records.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The dismissal of charges against former San Antonio police officer Matthew Martin due to insufficient evidence raises questions about the handling of evidence in sensitive cases. Martin's case, which involved serious allegations of possession of child pornography and stalking, had garnered significant attention in the community. The fact that the charges were initially filed and later dropped suggests that the prosecution may have faced challenges in building a strong case. This outcome may also spark concerns about the ability of local law enforcement to effectively investigate and prosecute crimes involving digital evidence. As the community waits for more information on the dismissal, it will be important to watch how the Bexar County District Attorney's Office responds to the case and whether any changes are made to their procedures for handling similar cases in the future. The case also highlights the need for continued vigilance in holding former law enforcement officers accountable for their actions.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A Bexar County court dismissed all charges against a former San Antonio police officer who was indicted on counts of possession of child pornography, court documents show.Charges against Matthew Martin, 44, were dismissed Monday due to “insufficient evidence,” according to court records. Martin w...
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