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Little River County Deputy Accused Of Leaving An Accident Scene Wants Job Back

A former Arkansas law enforcement officer, fired after wrecking a county patrol car, wants his job back. He's got the support of several people, and some of those supporting him believe Lieutenant Jesse Ricks' firing was racially motivated.
Ricks was fired after wrecking an unmarked Little River County patrol car he was driving while off duty in another county. He was also previously charged with leaving the scene of the accident and had allegedly been drinking. Sheriff Danny Russle says Ricks also did not report the accident to him.
Sheriff Russle says there are other circumstances related to Ricks' dismissal that he is not at liberty to discuss at this time.
In the meantime, the NAACP was present for the meeting and will be investigating the racial allegations to determine if they will proceed with other measures to help Ricks.