I-TEAM UPDATE: Burke County sheriff responds to sexual harassment allegations
WAYNESBORO, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - We have an update on an ongoing sexual harassment lawsuit against Burke County Sheriff Alfonzo Williams.
Your I-TEAM has learned the sheriff has responded to former sheriff’s office employee, Brenda Johnson’s allegations.
MORE FROM THE I-TEAM:
- Are Burke County sheriff and his ers above the law?
- ATF raids business of man linked to Burke County sheriff
- Burke County sheriff’s ongoing problems
- More on a case that vanished under Burke County Sheriff Alfonzo Williams’ watch
- 2nd Burke County DUI case never makes it to court
- Burke County audit finds big problems with sheriff’s spending
In the response letter from the sheriff, he denies that Johnson was discriminated or retaliated against based on sex, race or age.
He also denies that Johnson was subjected to any hostile work environment and that her termination was not based on discrimination or retaliation.
The sheriff also says that any allegations in the photos, text messages or other attached documents in the lawsuit are denied.
I-TEAM: Files reveal new details on baby’s death in Jefferson County
We’re learning new details related to the GBI’s investigation into the death of 8-month-old Caleb Taylor last month in Jefferson County.
Back on Feb. 3, Johnson filed the initial lawsuit against the sheriff for sexual harassment and retaliation.
Your I-TEAM sat down with Johnson in February, where she explained her side of the lawsuit.
WARNING: LAWSUIT CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE
Copyright 2025 WRDW/WAGT. All rights reserved.
