Federal Civil Rights Violations Filed Against Georgia Sheriff Deputy for Fatal Traffic Stop Shooting of Exonerated Man

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Camden County Sgt. Buck William Aldridge, 42, of St. Marys, is facing federal civil rights violations for allegedly using excessive force and falsifying records in connection with the fatal shooting of exonerated man Leonard Cure during a traffic stop on October 16, 2023. The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted Aldridge on multiple counts, claiming he used excessive force during four incidents while on duty and prepared misleading reports to justify his actions. Aldridge has been relieved of his duties following the incident, and Cure's family is pursuing a lawsuit seeking at least $17 million in damages.