,

Former ADA fired for felony strangulation, 911 interference

**Former Harris County Prosecutor Arrested, Fired After Felony Strangulation, Interference Charges in The Woodlands**

**MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX –** A former Assistant District Attorney for Harris County, Samuel Teperman, was arrested last Friday, April 26th, and promptly terminated from his position, following charges of third-degree felony strangulation and a Class A misdemeanor for interfering with an emergency call in Montgomery County.

The charges stem from an alleged domestic violence incident that occurred early Sunday morning, April 21st, at a residence in The Woodlands. According to court documents obtained by local media, Teperman, 30, is accused of engaging in an argument with his girlfriend that reportedly escalated to physical violence.

During the alleged altercation, Teperman is accused of choking the woman, placing his hands around her neck in a manner that made it difficult for her to breathe. The victim reportedly sustained visible red marks on her neck, consistent with signs of strangulation.

Authorities state the woman eventually managed to contact 911 around 1:20 AM on April 21st, reporting the assault to deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies further allege that Teperman actively interfered with her attempt to reach emergency services during the incident. By the time law enforcement arrived at the scene, Teperman had reportedly left.

Following an investigation, a warrant for Teperman’s arrest was issued on Thursday, April 25th. He was subsequently taken into custody the following day, April 26th, in Houston.

Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg’s office confirmed Teperman’s termination on April 26th, the same day as his arrest. In a statement, the DA’s office underscored its zero-tolerance policy for such behavior, stating that “such conduct is unacceptable and that Teperman was immediately let go.” Teperman had been employed with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office since at least 2021, serving in various prosecutorial roles before his termination.

Teperman faced two separate bond amounts: $30,000 for the third-degree felony strangulation charge and an additional $5,000 for the misdemeanor interference with an emergency call charge. He has since posted bond and is currently out of custody.

In Texas, a third-degree felony for strangulation carries a potential sentence of 2 to 10 years in state prison and a fine of up to $10,000. Interference with an emergency call is a Class A misdemeanor, which can result in up to one year in county jail and a fine of up to $4,000.

Teperman’s legal proceedings will take place in Montgomery County, where the alleged incident occurred. The case remains under investigation by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. Further details regarding his arraignment and future court appearances are expected to be released as the judicial process unfolds.

Media

Senior Editor
Share this article:

Comments

No comments yet. Leave a reply to start a conversation.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Subscribe to Space

By signing up, you agree to receive our newsletters and promotional content and accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.

Categories

Recommended