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By the People, for the People
Man Attempts Self-Harm After Child Sex Offense Sentencing
Cibolo resident Charles Wyatt stabbed himself in the neck in a Guadalupe County courtroom.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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A 60-year-old Cibolo man named Charles Wyatt stabbed himself in the neck immediately after being sentenced to 12 years in prison for multiple child sex offenses, including continuous sexual abuse of a child and possession of child pornography. The incident occurred in the Guadalupe County Courthouse, and Wyatt was transported to the hospital with serious injuries.
Why it matters
This case highlights the disturbing nature of child sex crimes and the trauma they can inflict on victims and perpetrators alike. It also raises questions about security protocols in courtrooms and the mental health support available to defendants facing lengthy prison sentences.
The details
According to officials, Wyatt used a makeshift knife to stab himself several times in the neck after being sentenced in Courtroom 201 of the Guadalupe County Justice Center. He was not yet in custody as an inmate when the self-inflicted injuries occurred. Emergency responders transported Wyatt to a local hospital, and he was later airlifted to University Hospital in San Antonio. His current medical status remains unknown.
- On February 13, 2026, Charles Wyatt was sentenced to 12 years in prison.
- Immediately following the sentencing, Wyatt stabbed himself in the neck in the courtroom.
The players
Charles Wyatt
A 60-year-old man from Cibolo, Texas who was sentenced to 12 years in prison for multiple child sex offenses, including continuous sexual abuse of a child and possession of child pornography.
Guadalupe County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency investigating the incident where Wyatt stabbed himself in the courtroom.
What’s next
Guadalupe County Sheriff's Office investigators are actively investigating the incident, and Wyatt's current medical status remains unknown.
The takeaway
This disturbing case highlights the need for improved mental health support and security protocols in courtrooms, especially when dealing with defendants accused of heinous crimes against children.
