Jury Deliberates Fate of Defendant in Smith County Deputy’s Death Case
TYLER, Texas – The jury is currently deliberating in the case of Daniel Nyabuto versus the State of Texas. Nyabuto is facing the charge of intoxicated manslaughter, accused of causing the death of a peace officer. During his trial, which spanned eight days, Nyabuto pleaded not guilty to the charge. The jury was initially released on December 15 but reconvened on January 9 for closing arguments and deliberations. Prosecutors allege that Nyabuto was driving under the influence when he rear-ended a patrol unit, resulting in the death of Smith County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Lorenzo Bustos. … Read more