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They claim an officer showed up with a woman who legally was not supposed to be near the property due to protective orders and instead of verifying anything he allegedly ignored the paperwork crumpled it and forced his way inside. No warrant. No permission. Just escalation

Texas Constables accidently record themselves stealing from evicted family. Constable Traylor-Harris, Chief Deputy LaQuenda Banks, and Sgt. Derrick Holman arrived at a Tyler residence to execute a writ of possession (an eviction). While the tenant was away, the officers began clearing the house. LaQuenda Banks believed she was turning her body camera off, but she actually turned it on. The footage captured the officers going through the home and selecting items to keep for themselves. You can see this at the start of the video. The list of items taken was extensive, including luxury watches, Apple electronics, high-end sunglasses (Oakley and Ray-Ban), designer makeup, cash, ammunition, and even a safe containing antique coins and military medals. Estimated value up to 2500.00. According to court testimony, after the eviction, the trio returned to the office, waited for other staff to leave, and then divided the stolen items among themselves. ​In the footage, you can actually see the interaction where the theft is coordinated. Traylor-Harris is seen handing a watch box to LaQuenda Banks, telling her to "take that s*."** Banks then concealed several of these items inside her uniform shirt to carry them out to their vehicle. ​Because the value was assessed in the $750–$2,500 range, Traylor-Harris was charged with a State Jail Felony, which is a specific classification in Texas for theft by a public servant involving property of that value. The legal outcome was different for all three. Curtis Traylor-Harris Constable (Elected) Guilty. Convicted of Theft by a Public servant. Sentenced to 5 years' probation and a $10,000 fine. He was also removed from office. LaQuenda Banks Chief Deputy Guilty Plea. She testified against Traylor-Harris, claiming she felt forced to follow his orders. She pleaded guilty to Official Oppression and received 18 months' probation. Derrick Holman Sergeant Not Guilty. A jury found him not guilty of the theft charges, though he had already lost his position within the department. This clip was edited down for time. For clip in the comments.