Paul Bailey was the sheriff of Berrien County. While Sheriff, ten women sued the county alleging that four deputies had sexually assaulted them, demanding sexual favors for money or other benefits. When the suit became public, five more women came forward. Throughout the controversy, Bailey denied that it happened, then said that the deputies had already resigned or were fired, and took no accountability for the apparent negligent training and supervision that allowed this to happen. The County was named in the suit for failing to properly supervise, monitor, and investigate complaints.
Unfortunately, the lawsuit was dismissed because the 3-year statute of limitations had expired.
- ABC57: Ten women suing Berrien county deputies
- 593MNC: More women step forward claiming abuse at Berrien County Jail
- South Bend Tribune: Berrien County sex probe stops with 3 deputies
- ABC57: Berrien County jail sexual assault lawsuit dismissed
- 16 News Now: More info released about Berrien Co. deputies accused of sexual abuse
30 Apr 2016
