Mullins McLeod Sues Charleston Police | Charleston News

Charleston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 4, 2026 · 1m

Former Charleston gubernatorial candidate Mullins McLeod is suing the city and officers involved after his arrest in May 2025 allegedly sparked a viral video that damaged his reputation—his legal team claims the arrest was botched, officers broke his neck, and the city deliberately leaked footage to sabotage his political run. Now seeking damages, McLeod’s lawyers say the city offered to drop charges if he agreed not to sue—a deal he rejected. With Charleston staying silent amid the legal firestorm, this case has become a flashpoint over police conduct and political integrity. Listen in…