Prosecutor says false social‑media post about ranchers was pulled quickly and will be corrected; plans written sheriff statement

Aug 10, 2026

Prosecuting Attorney True Pearce told the Board a social‑media statement alleging ranchers threatened firefighters was published then quickly removed; he said the Sheriff will issue a written statement and criticized media outlets for not verifying sources.

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Prosecuting Attorney True Pearce told the commissioners the Sheriff observed that a social‑media post claiming ranchers threatened firefighters was not accurate and that the post was removed shortly after publication. Pearce said the Sheriff will issue a written statement to correct the record and urged caution about how the story was reported.

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