“No one is above the law” | One commissioner plead guilty to intentionally crashing into another vehicle, while the other stole county fuel from his precinct yard.
SAN ANTONIO — Two Texas county commissioners have pled guilty to criminal offenses; one for intentionally crashing into another vehicle, and the other for stealing fuel from his precinct yard.
On Jan. 5, 2026, Commissioner Russell King pleaded guilty to deadly conduct charges after intentionally colliding into another vehicle on County Road 329.
In exchange for King’s plea of guilty, he was placed on one year of probation, paid restitution in full and wrote an apology letter to the victim.
“Because the offense did not involve his official duties, Texas law does not allow for removal from office,” said Audrey Gossett Louis, 81st Judicial District Attorney.
On Jan. 8, Commissioner Kennard “Bubba” Riley pleaded guilty to theft by a public servant ($100–$750).
The charge stemmed from Riley getting caught and reported for stealing county fuel from his precinct yard.
Riley was required to resign from office, serve one year of probation, complete community service, pay full restitution for the thefts that could be proven and submit a written apology to his constituents admitting his guilt in exchange for his plea of guilty.
Riley will also no longer receive his county retirement benefits.
“Accountability applies to everyone, but the law also draws clear distinctions. When criminal conduct is tied to public office, the consequences are different than when it is not. In both cases this week, actions had consequences and justice was served,” said Audrey Gossett Louis, 81st Judicial District Attorney.