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Tuscaloosa County Commissioner Charged After MLK Elementary Awards Disruption

Police say the misdemeanors followed a review of a confrontation at a locked-door event to enforce school safety protocols.

Overview

  • Reginald Murray, the District 4 commissioner since 1996, was charged with resisting arrest, obstructing governmental operations, and disorderly conduct.
  • Murray, 66, turned himself in on Oct. 22 and was released on a $2,000 bond after warrants were obtained a day after the incident.
  • Police say the Oct. 21 disturbance began when Murray arrived late to the 9 a.m. program, continued knocking on a locked auditorium door, refused escort, and physically resisted while yelling.
  • A video shared on social media showed a struggle with a school resource officer who handcuffed Murray outside the auditorium.
  • TPD said another person will also face charges based on obtained warrants, while the school board affirmed safety rules and praised staff and police for their response.