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Outside the federal courthouse in downtown San Angelo early Friday afternoon, a line of supporters and opponents alike grew to gain entry into the federal courtroom to witness the sentencing of a man who was the most well-known political figure in San Angelo for nearly two decades.
Former San Angelo Chief of Police Tim Vasquez was sentenced to 15 ½ years in prison Friday, Aug. 5, 2022, for accepting bribes.
Tim Vasquez has been sentenced to 15.5 years in federal prison and will have to pay a $35,000 fine. More details about the what the judge ordered to come.
Timothy R. Vasquez was found guilty in March 2022 on one charge of bribery and three counts of honest services mail fraud.
"Law enforcement officers, particularly those in leadership positions, should be bastions of integrity. By accepting bribes, Mr. Vasquez defiled his badge," said U.S. Attorney Chad Meacham following the verdict.