State Won't Press Charges Against ND Sheriff

The North Dakota attorney general's office will not press charges against Stark County Sheriff Clarence Tuhy for an alleged theft from a nonprofit that accepts donations for the needy.

 

 

 

 

DICKINSON, N.D. (AP) - The North Dakota attorney general's office will not press charges against Stark County Sheriff Clarence Tuhy for an alleged theft from a nonprofit that accepts donations for the needy.

Tuhy has said the incident was an "honest mistake.'' The state Bureau of Criminal Investigation says in a letter that the matter does not warrant prosecution.

Tuhy is under fire for allegedly being ineffective at his job and creating a toxic environment for workers in his office. A July 24 hearing is scheduled on the County Commission's request to have the governor remove him from office.

Tuhy has declined comment. He said in a report the county filed with the governor's office that he can be tough but that he also is fair.

 

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