A lawsuit related to a restraining order against Randolph County Sheriff Aaron Wilson has been settled, according to court documents.
Randolph County Judge Scott Hayes on Friday issued a restraining order barring Sheriff Aaron Wilson from accessing county money or property.
According to court filings Tuesday, both the county and Wilson announced a mutual settlement of the matter without a finding of wrongdoing or the need for further hearings.
In Friday’s motion for a restraining order, the Randolph County attorney said “several fraudulent or improper transactions were made, including a $7,000 cash withdrawal and the purchase of a personal vehicle using government discounts.” It is possible that it was.” Available for purchase in the county. ”
Governor Hayes on Tuesday issued a new permanent injunction prohibiting Mr. Wilson and the Sheriff’s Department from making any expenditures or withdrawals without the permission of the Randolph County Treasurer.
Wilson and the sheriff’s department were also ordered to return any cash withdrawn and transfer all accounts to the county Department of Revenue.
“The parties agree to the terms of the permanent injunction, effective immediately,” the court statement states.
Wilson’s position will be up for grabs in next week’s November election.
