Texas sheriff won’t be charged after leaving gun in Covington Wendy’s bathroom

The Brief

  • A Texas sheriff who accidentally left his gun at a Covington Wendy’s will not face any charges after a 15-year-old found the weapon.
  • Investigators say the lawman was distracted by his grandson and forgot to retrieve his weapon.
  • Officials are hoping the situation is a reminder to gun owners to keep their firearms secure at all times.

COVINGTON, Ga. A Texas sheriff who left his gun unattended inside a metro Atlanta Wendy’s bathroom will not face any charges.

Officials say the distracted lawman’s actions eventually led to a teen accidentally firing the weapon.

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