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Former San Antonio police officer James Brennand due in court ahead of trial in Erik Cantu shooting case
By Rebecca Salinas, Erica Hernandez at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Former San Antonio police officer James Brennand is expected back in court Monday morning for what could be his final hearing before trial in the 2022 shooting of then-17-year-old Erik Cantu.Brennand is scheduled to appear in the 9 a.m. docket for a pretrial hearing in Bexar County court. The hea...
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Why this matters in The San Antonio
The upcoming trial of former San Antonio police officer James Brennand has significant implications for the community, particularly in the context of police accountability and use of force. The fact that Brennand is charged with aggravated assault by a public servant underscores the gravity of the allegations and the potential consequences of his actions. As the case moves forward, residents will be watching closely to see how the justice system holds law enforcement officers accountable for their actions. The release of body camera video in this case has already sparked widespread concern and outrage, and the trial is likely to be closely followed by local media and the public. With jury selection set to begin in July, the community will soon see how a jury of peers weighs the evidence and determines Brennand's fate, potentially setting a precedent for similar cases in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Former San Antonio police officer James Brennand is expected back in court Monday morning for what could be his final hearing before trial in the 2022 shooting of then-17-year-old Erik Cantu.Brennand is scheduled to appear in the 9 a.m. docket for a pretrial hearing in Bexar County court. The hea...
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