From Trussville Tribune staff reports
MONTGOMERY –The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency have arrested state trooper Samuel McHenry II and charged him with one count of first-degree rape and one count of sodomy, the agency announced Tuesday in a press release.
McHenry II, 36, of Rutledge, was terminated and transported to the Butler County Jail where he was booked.
“Upon notification by local law enforcement, SBI Agents immediately responded and began a criminal investigation related to serious allegations of criminal activity of a Trooper while on-duty,” said Secretary of Law Enforcement Spencer Collier. “Based on the initial findings of the investigation, McHenry’s employment was terminated,”
“Although everyone is entitled to due process, the severity of the allegations are unsettling,” Collier said. “Probable cause was established and that led to the arrest. This type of behavior is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. Because of the seriousness of this incident, SBI Agents have worked nonstop with local law enforcement and the district attorney. We appreciate the cooperation of Sheriff Kenny Harden and the Butler County Sheriff’s Department.”
No other information was released. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
