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Former DeKalb superintendent indicted on assault, child cruelty charges
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Alex Jones , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway He is facing charges of aggravated assault and cruelty to children.
A grand jury indictment has been filed against former DeKalb County Superintendent Dr. Devon Horton. He is facing charges of aggravated assault and cruelty to children.
The indictment alleges an incident involving his wife and two children. The incident reportedly occurred in January, and a judge was previously asked to grant Horton bond. At that time, his wife requested that he be allowed to return home for the sake of their children.
Further details about the case are available from local news sources, including WSB-TV. The indictment marks new charges against the former superintendent, with specifics about the allegations and the incident available through additional reporting.
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Category: local Published: August 5, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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