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Conroe to buy armored BearCat for SWAT using DOJ asset‑forfeiture funds, police say

5345944 · July 9, 2025
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Police described plans to buy a Linco BearCat G3 armored vehicle for the SWAT team using federal asset‑forfeiture funds; chief said the vehicle is life‑saving equipment and will not use local tax dollars.

The Conroe Police Department presented plans on July 9 to purchase a Linco BearCat G3 armored vehicle configured to carry up to 14 operators, to be paid with federal asset‑forfeiture funds processed through the Department of Justice and the district attorney’s office.

Police described the BearCat as a multi‑purpose public‑safety vehicle: 4‑wheel…

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