The Burlington Times-News reports the Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Alamance County in an effort to interview sheriff’s department employees without County Attorney Clyde Albright present.
From the DOJ release:
“The (DOJ) alleges that numerous current and former ACSO personnel are fearful that if they cooperate with the United States’ investigation, they may be subject to retaliation. Therefore, the department’s ability to conduct interviews outside the presence of ACSO’s counsel is necessary to ensure that former and current employees feel free to openly share information with the government concerning ACSO practices.”
This is part of the ongoing investigation into alleged discriminatory practices related to the department’s participation in the federal 287(g) program. Albright has fought the investigation, claiming DOJ has no authority to probe into the sheriff’s handling of illegal immigrants.
