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Grand Jury Clears Earley of Charges

The District Attorney’s office made a special presentation to the Grand Jury in the case of Michael Earley. The Grand Jury found no reason to investigate the case any further and has closed the case.

Michael Earley has been cleared of any charges. Fannin County Sheriff Deputy Michael Earley was involved in a shooting that took place on Thanksgiving Day that left citizen Carl William Davenport dead
Davenport was air lifted to Erlanger Medical Center. After remaining on life support for nearly a month, Davenport passed away.

FYN received this news on good authority and has requested a copy of the Grand Jury presentation from the Clerk of Court. FYN will report on the presentation upon receipt.

MG

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