Arbery

Judge Dismisses Charges Against Former Georgia Prosecutor in Ahmaud Arbery Case

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BRUNSWICK, Ga. — A significant legal development has occurred as a judge dismissed a felony indictment against Jackie Johnson, a former Georgia prosecutor implicated in misconduct during the investigation into the killing of Ahmaud Arbery in 2020. Johnson, who served as the top legal officer in coastal Glynn County, faced allegations of misusing her position to shield the individuals responsible for Arbery’s death. On Wednesday, Senior Judge John R. Turner cited procedural flaws in the indictment’s language as the basis for his decision, which pertained to a charge of Johnson violating her oath of office. … Read more

Charge Dropped Against Ex-District Attorney in Ahmaud Arbery Case Proceedings

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BRUNSWICK, Ga. — A former district attorney in Georgia, linked to the controversial handling of Ahmaud Arbery’s murder case, faced a significant legal development recently. A judge dismissed the criminal charge against the former prosecutor, who was accused of improperly assisting the suspects after the fatal shooting of Arbery. This outcome is a pivotal moment in a saga that has gripped the nation with debates over race, justice, and prosecution conduct. The former DA, Jackie Johnson, was implicated for her role following the death of 25-year-old Arbery, who was chased and killed while jogging through … Read more

Jury Selection Wraps Up in Trial of Ex-Georgia Prosecutor Accused of Hindering Ahmaud Arbery Case Investigation

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BRUNSWICK, Ga. – The trial for former district attorney Jackie Johnson, who faces charges of criminal misconduct related to the 2020 killing of Ahmaud Arbery, is approaching its pivotal phase with the conclusion of jury selection set for Tuesday. Johnson is accused of using her office to interfere with the initial investigation into the incident, where Ahmaud Arbery, a Black man, was chased and fatally shot by three white men suspecting him of theft. The case has returned Johnson to the courtroom, this time as a defendant, facing a felony charge for violating her oath … Read more

Jury Selection Wraps in Trial of Georgia Prosecutor Accused of Hindering Ahmaud Arbery Investigation

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BRUNSWICK, Ga. — The trial of a former Georgia prosecutor, implicated in obstructing the investigation into the 2020 death of Ahmaud Arbery, is approaching its critical phase as jury selection, delayed by a rare winter storm, is expected to conclude on Tuesday. The accused, former District Attorney Jackie Johnson, faces charges of violating her oath of office and hindering a law enforcement investigation, both stemming from her handling of the case surrounding the killing of Arbery, a Black man fatally shot by residents who suspected him of theft. Arbery, 25, was chased by three white … Read more