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Trial begins for Abilene man accused of killing girlfriend's 5-year-old daughter
Summary by Abilene News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Erica Garner , as published by BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The defendant, Danny Duarte, faces a charge of Injury to a Child.
A trial is underway in Abilene for a man accused of causing the death of his girlfriend's young daughter. The defendant, Danny Duarte, faces a charge of Injury to a Child. The trial began with jury selection on Monday.
Details about the incident that led to the child's death are limited, but it is known to have occurred in June. Further information about the case and the trial can be found through local news sources, including BigCountryHomepage.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A trial is underway in Abilene for a man accused of causing the death of his girlfriend's young daughter. The defendant, Danny Duarte, faces a charge of Injury to a Child. The trial began with jury…
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