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Retrial begins for former East Point officer accused of sexual assault
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· August 24, 2026
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Key points Richard Gooddine was previously acquitted on seven charges in 2022, but a jury was unable to reach a verdict on 10 other charges. The retrial began recently, with jury selection set to start shortly after 9 a.
A former police officer is facing a retrial on sexual assault charges. Richard Gooddine was previously acquitted on seven charges in 2022, but a jury was unable to reach a verdict on 10 other charges. The retrial began recently, with jury selection set to start shortly after 9 a.m.
The charges against Gooddine allege that he sexually assaulted girls and women over several years. Further details about the case are available from the source.
The retrial is underway, with Gooddine appearing before a judge. More information about the case and its progress can be found through the original source.
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Published: August 24, 2026 ·
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