Kentucky Sheriff Accused of Ignoring Sexual Abuse Allegations
Former Sheriff Accused of Overlooking Deputy's Misconduct
Former Kentucky Sheriff John Root is facing allegations that he ignored reports of sexual abuse by a deputy in his office. The allegations stem from a lawsuit filed by a woman who claims that she was sexually assaulted by Deputy Jerry Wagner in Root's office in 2019.
According to the lawsuit, the woman reported the assault to Root, but he allegedly took no action. The woman claims that Root told her that he would "handle it," but that he never did.
Sheriff's Office Accused of Covering Up Abuse
The lawsuit also alleges that the Sheriff's Office covered up the abuse. The woman claims that after she reported the assault, she was harassed and intimidated by other deputies in the office.
The Sheriff's Office has denied the allegations, and Root has not been charged with any crime. However, the allegations have raised questions about the culture of the Sheriff's Office and Root's leadership.
Abuse of Power Allegations
The allegations against Root are not the first time that he has been accused of abusing his power. In 2018, Root was accused of using his position to intimidate a political opponent.
Root has denied all of the allegations against him. However, the allegations have damaged his reputation and raised questions about his fitness to serve as Sheriff.
Call for Investigation
In light of the allegations, some local officials and residents are calling for an investigation into the Sheriff's Office. They believe that an investigation is necessary to determine whether Root and other deputies in the office have abused their power.
The allegations against Root are serious and warrant a thorough investigation. If the allegations are true, they represent a betrayal of public trust and a violation of the law.
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