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Fort Worth officials target crime-ridden motel in lawsuit
By Dallas-Fort Worth at FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth)
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
The City of Fort Worth has filed a lawsuit against a motel said to be a hotbed for crime, and says it is still trying to serve the building's owner with that litigation. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.
Key takeaway The City of Fort Worth has filed a lawsuit against a motel said to be a hotbed for crime, and says it is still trying to serve the building's owner with that litigation.
Why this matters in Denton News
The lawsuit filed by Fort Worth officials against the crime-ridden motel has implications for neighboring cities like Denton , where similar concerns about public safety and nuisance properties have been raised. In Denton County, law enforcement and city officials have been working to address issues related to crime and quality of life, and the Fort Worth lawsuit may serve as a model for how to tackle problematic properties. The fact that the building's owner has yet to be served with the litigation highlights the challenges that cities can face in holding property owners accountable for conditions on their premises. As Denton continues to grow and develop, it will be important for city officials to stay vigilant in monitoring and addressing potential public safety concerns, including those related to nuisance properties and crime hotspots. The outcome of the Fort Worth lawsuit will likely be watched closely by officials in Denton and other nearby cities.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The City of Fort Worth has filed a lawsuit against a motel said to be a hotbed for crime, and says it is still trying to serve the building's owner with that litigation. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.
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