FBI Probe Addressed at Winnsboro Council Meeting

WINNSBORO — The Winnsboro Police Department continues being investigated by the FBI for an incident that happened back in 2008 where 3 officers allegedly planted drugs. Tuesday night, the subject was broached in the city council meeting. Even though the case is a few years old, the defendant, Jason Brumell of Pittsburg, ended up suing the city in a case that was mediated and settled by the city. According to KETK, the FBI is looking into it once again and Wood County District Attorney Jim Wheeler announced in open court that he wouldn’t prosecute any case brought by the Winnsboro PD while the FBI was investigating them.

The subject was talked about toward the end of the meeting, and it was apparent that there is overwhelming support for the department from city officials. The city manager claimed the city isn’t even sure what officers the FBI is investigating but that the city supports the department and every officer in it “innocent until proven guilty.” Police Chief J.L Miller also spoke, saying he stands by his officers 100%. Mayor Carolyn Jones spoke on behalf of the city council saying they support the department as well.