DUDLEY — A criminal investigation in the Dudley area led to charges after a detective with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office discovered a defaced political campaign sign.
According to the sheriff’s office, the detective observed the damaged sign on Alder Lane while conducting an unrelated investigation. The detective contacted the political candidate associated with the sign, who confirmed that the individual was not authorized to possess or alter it.
As a result of the investigation, Kenny Ray Hood, 55, of Alder Lane in Dudley, was charged with Possession of Stolen Goods and Injury to Personal Property.
Hood was issued a $2,000 unsecured bond.
Sheriff Larry Pierce reminded residents that removing, damaging, or altering campaign signs is against the law and may result in criminal charges.
