In December 2023, former Deputy Sheriff Christopher W. Bennett was investigated by the West Virginia State Police and the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources for allegations of sexual assault and abuse. Upon learning of the allegations, the Greenbrier County Sheriff’s Office immediately placed Bennett on administrative leave and launched an internal investigation, leading to his resignation in January 2024. On January 3, 2025, Bennett pleaded guilty to first-degree sexual abuse in Greenbrier County Circuit Court. As part of the plea agreement, he was sentenced to five years of supervised probation, followed by ten years of extended supervision, and is required to register as a sex offender for life. The Sheriff’s Office condemned Bennett’s actions as reprehensible and not reflective of the department’s values, emphasizing their commitment to transparency, accountability, and justice.
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