RAY COUNTY — The Ray County Sheriff’s Office is making a statement in light of the reveal that former Sheriff Scott Childers is facing federal charges.

In the news release posted to the Ray County Sheriff's Office Facebook page current sheriff Gary Blackwell shares Childers has been charged in a federal indictment with making a false statement and violating the civil rights of individuals in custody.

In the statement Blackwell calls the allegations if proven true “a serious breach of public trust and a betrayal of oath every law enforcement officer takes.” Blackwell also extended compassion to Childers and his family.

All inquires have been deferred to the United States Attorney’s Office.

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