Written by Sheriff Richard Thompson was named as a defendant in a lawsuit filed by David Eugene Sammons in 2021. The lawsuit alleged that Thompson, in his supervisory capacity, was complicit in the actions of Deputy Harry Sowards, who pursued false charges against Sammons without probable cause. The court allowed claims against Thompson to proceed, indicating potential supervisory liability for the alleged misconduct. This case raised questions about Thompson’s oversight and the department’s practices regarding the pursuit of criminal charges.
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