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Residents urge Carroll County leaders to press for independent probe after allegations about sheriff
Summary
Multiple speakers at the Nov. 13 commission meeting urged the board to support an independent investigation and to consider temporary leave for Sheriff James DeWeese after allegations in a withdrawn divorce filing. Commissioners emphasized the sheriff is an independently elected official and referred the matter to the state prosecutor.
During the public‑comment period of the Nov. 13 Carroll County Commissioners meeting, several residents urged county leaders to take a public stance on recent allegations concerning Sheriff James DeWeese and to support independent review.
Natalie Sanchez summarized press reporting and alleged claims in a withdrawn divorce filing and argued the allegations, if true, could have compromised investigations or created workplace misconduct. "Dewey's alleged…
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