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Olzweski sentenced for assaulting deputy

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Candace Olzweski has pleaded guilty to charges stemming from an incident on Sept. 17, 2022, during which she assaulted Eddy County deputy Bennett Suave after breaking out of her handcuffs.

Olzweski pleaded guilty to simple assault of a police officer, criminal mischief, criminal trespass and preventing arrest or discharge of other duties. The disorderly conduct charge against her was dismissed.

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