Resident alleges sexual misconduct by Sheriff Rafael Ray Washington during public comment

Aug 27, 2026

A resident spoke during public comment accusing Sheriff Rafael Ray Washington of long-running sexual misconduct and urged his removal and criminal charges; the comment referenced civil litigation and asked elected officials to act; no county response was recorded in the meeting transcript.

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During the public-comment portion of the Aug. 14 meeting a resident addressed commissioners about alleged misconduct by Sheriff Rafael Ray Washington.

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