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Man Charged With Terroristic Threats Against Texas Rep.

9/10/2026

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Billy James McFatridge was charged with a terroristic threat against Texas Rep. James Talarico.
He emailed a threat on Aug. 3 to slit Talarico’s throat and drag his body.
He posted an Instagram threat on Aug. 11 to castrate Talarico.
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) investigators linked the accounts, confirmed he owned firearms, and arrested him on Aug. 25.
His bond requires GPS monitoring and prohibits attendance at Talarico events or government buildings.

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Story summary

Billy James McFatridge was charged with a terroristic threat against Texas Rep. James Talarico.
He emailed a threat on Aug. 3 to slit Talarico’s throat and drag his body.
He posted an Instagram threat on Aug. 11 to castrate Talarico.
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) investigators linked the accounts, confirmed he owned firearms, and arrested him on Aug. 25.
His bond requires GPS monitoring and prohibits attendance at Talarico events or government buildings.