MECKLENBURG COUNTY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) -- A former employee with the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office is suing Sheriff Garry McFadden, accusing him of retaliation, racial discrimination, and wrongful termination.

Dr. Angelia Riggsbee, who served as Director of Business Operations from March to November 2024, claims she was fired after reporting serious issues within the department, including racial pay disparities and attempts to alter public records.

According to the federal lawsuit, Riggsbee discovered that a longtime Black female manager was being paid significantly less than white colleagues in similar or even lower-ranking positions. She reportedly raised concerns in June 2024, warning that the pay gaps could lead to legal consequences.

Riggsbee claims her concerns were igno

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