A Marion County grand jury is reviewing allegations involving Indiana Lt. Governor Micah Beckwith’s office, according to a recently filed report confirming hearings took place on Aug. 18 and Sept. 30. The investigation centers on claims of “distribution of an intimate image(s)” and “ghost employment” within the lieutenant governor’s office.

Details of the proceedings remain sealed, but if charges are filed, the documents would become public. The mention of “ghost employment” marks the first time that accusation has surfaced in relation to Beckwith’s office. The term typically refers to payroll fraud or assigning government employees duties unrelated to their official work — a Level 6 felony in Indiana.

The alleged distribution of intimate images stems from reports that staffers in Beckwi

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