Judge dismisses murder charge against Arkansas sheriff nominee
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Source: AP News
Published: 2026-06-05 08:50 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Politics, Crime & Justice, Law & Courts, Elections, US Politics, Crime & Justice
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This undated photo provided by attorney Erin Cassinelli shows Aaron Spencer, a Republican candidate for sheriff in Lonoke County, Arkansas, who won a GOP primary March 3, 2026, defeating the incumbent sheriff to advance to the general election despite awaiting trial for a murder charge. (Heather Spencer/Erin Cassinelli via AP, File)
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