In May 2023, Sheriff Russell Thomas refused to release a suspected sex offender from jail despite a court order setting bond at $2.2 million. The suspect’s attorney claimed this action violated the law and the suspect’s constitutional rights. A hearing was scheduled to address the dispute. ([wtvy.com](https://www.wtvy.com/2023/05/22/pike-co-sheriff-violated-law-when-he-refused-release-inmate-attorney-claims/?utm_source=openai))
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