HOUSTON, Texas — Seven employees have been terminated from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) following a data breach and allegations of theft.
The dismissals follow internal investigations that revealed violations of security protocols.
The DPS stated that the breach involved unauthorized access to sensitive information, but the specific data involved and any potential impact on Texas residents have not been disclosed.
The dismissed employees are accused of failing to follow security procedures, which contributed to the breach.
While details about the alleged theft are still under investigation, the department has confirmed that the employees acted outside expected professional conduct.
The identities of the terminated employees have not been disclosed, and it is unclear whether legal action will be taken. Further updates will be provided as the investigation continues.