Envelopes filled with the deadly toxin Ricin was mailed to the Hidalgo County Sheriff and three of his deputies, Sheriff Eddie Guerra said in a tweet Monday.
No one was hurt and the FBI is investigating, Guerra said in the tweet.
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— Sheriff Eddie Guerra (@SheriffGuerra) September 21, 2020
I can confirm that envelopes, containing the deadly toxin ricin, was mailed to me and three of my detention staff. At this time due to a active federal investigation I cannot make any further comments but a media release will be sent out tomorrow. No injuries were sustained
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Ricin is a poison that can be deadly when ingested or inhaled. According to Centers for Disease Control, no antidote exists for Ricin.
Guerra said he will release more information Tuesday because the case is an active federal investigation.
Hidalgo County is located in the Rio Grande Valley.
Taylor Pettaway is a breaking news and general assignment reporter for MySA.com | taylor.pettaway@express-news.net | @TaylorPettaway
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