A public official in North Carolina has been forced to resign in disgrace following his shocking arrest for allegedly lacing his young granddaughters' ice cream with illegal drugs.
The former director of the North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region, an industrial airpark, now faces a slew of serious criminal charges after a police investigation uncovered the disturbing allegations.
A Chilling Discovery
According to official reports, the investigation began when authorities received a tip about the official's conduct. The subsequent probe allegedly revealed that the man was adding controlled substances to the ice cream of his two granddaughters, whose ages have not been disclosed.
The precise type of drug involved has not been specified in the initial police report, but the charges indicate the severity of the alleged offences.
Serious Criminal Charges
The official was promptly arrested and now faces a significant legal battle. The charges brought against him include:
- Two counts of felony child abuse
- Two counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor
- Two counts of possession of a controlled substance on government property
The possession charges are particularly notable as they suggest the alleged offences may have occurred at his place of work, adding a layer of misconduct to the already serious situation.
Swift Resignation and Fallout
Following his arrest, the official immediately tendered his resignation from his prominent position. The North Carolina Global TransPark Authority confirmed his departure, stating they had accepted his resignation effective immediately.
In a brief statement, the Authority noted they consider the matter a "personnel issue" and have declined to comment further, distancing themselves from the disgraced former employee.
The case has sent shockwaves through the local community, raising questions about how such alleged behaviour could go undetected in a person holding a position of public trust. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to uncover the full extent of this troubling situation.
