Former Mississippi Sheriff Admits to Lying in Federal Inmate Abuse Case
Terry Grassaree, the ex-sheriff of Noxubee County, pleaded guilty to making false statements about soliciting nude photos from an inmate.
- Grassaree used his official position to request and receive explicit images from a female inmate via social media in 2019.
- He provided the inmate with unauthorized privileges, including the use of a contraband cellphone and tobacco.
- During a 2020 FBI interview, Grassaree falsely denied soliciting the photos, attempting to obstruct the federal investigation.
- A federal grand jury indicted him on charges including wire fraud and record falsification; sentencing is set for August 2024.
- Grassaree's deputy, Vance Phillips, also pleaded guilty to related bribery charges and is awaiting sentencing.
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