The mayor of La Marque was arrested in Brazoria County, according to jail records.
According to Brazoria County jail records, Mayor Keith Bell was arrested on a warrant for indecent exposure. He was booked into jail on Friday.
Bell has been mayor of La Marque since 2021.
In 2022, Bell faced a recall election, which voters rejected.
We are seeking to discover more about what led to Bell’s arrest.
The City of La Marque has issued the following statement:
“The City of La Marque has confirmed that Mayor Keith Bell was arrested today in Brazoria County on a charge of indecent exposure.
To the residents of La Marque, we recognize that this is a shocking and disheartening development during a period that has already brought significant uncertainty and challenges to our community. We understand and share your concerns. The City is committed to keeping residents informed and will provide additional information as it becomes available, with a guaranteed update on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
This matter occurred outside of Mayor Bell’s official duties with the City of La Marque. At this time, the City has no additional information beyond what is available through public records.
The City will continue to follow its Charter and all applicable laws as we evaluate next steps and gather additional verified information.”
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