COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — A representative for Hardaway High School Principal Maurdrice McNeill says the principal has been cleared of the charges against him.

McNeill's attorney, Jennifer Dunlap, said in a statement he has been fully cleared by court officials.

PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Hardaway High School Principal placed on administrative leave following incident

Last week, McNeill was placed on administrative leave by the Muscogee County School District. According to MCSD spokesperson Kimberly Wright, McNeill was under investigation by the Columbus Police Department. Wright did not specify the nature of the investigation, but confirmed that the incident was not school related.

Wright confirms McNeill will resume his role as principal effective immediately.

“We are very pleased that the cha

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