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Chester County Officials Face Fraud Charges | Charlotte News
Three former and current South Carolina officials face serious charges after allegedly defrauding the government during Hurricane Helene response efforts and selling state police cars under false pretenses. Former Fire Chief Stewart Tyson Melton is accused of fabricating reimbursement claims and secretly selling two surplus patrol cars to fellow Councilman and former Fire Chief John Agee, who’s also charged. Lieutenant Zachary Gibson faces misconduct charges. The Chester County administration is cooperating fully with investigators and preparing to meet with the County Council as this…
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