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Alabama lawmaker, school board president charged with human trafficking, sheriff says
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· October 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points : A state lawmaker and school official are facing serious charges. Jail records indicate the men were booked and then released.
From Escambia County, Ala.: A state lawmaker and school official are facing serious charges. Jail records indicate the men were booked and then released. The lawmaker, who represents a district covering multiple counties, is charged with trafficking and prostitution.
The school official is charged with trafficking and attempting to evade police. Both men were released within a short time of being booked. Details about their bond are not available in the records.
Further information about the case can be found through the original source.
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Published: October 3, 2026 ·
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