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Russell County News: Former Sheriff’s Deputy Faces Charges Following Investigation

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Russell County law-enforcement news summary — October 28, 2026. According to an October 28 report by WSFA/WTVM, former Russell County deputy Joseph Cooner was arrested following an investigation involving allegations of inappropriate conduct with a high school student. The report stated he faced four felony counts alleging a school employee engaged in a sexual act … Read more

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