Covington, GA Attorney News Archive

Rep. Sharon Henderson, a Democrat representing Covington, Georgia, has been indicted on serious charges stemming from allegations of theft of government funds and making false statements. She is accused of fraudulently collecting $17,811 in pandemic unemployment benefits.

Federal agents arrested Henderson at her home in Atlanta after discovering that she had misrepresented her employment status. While claiming to be a substitute teacher in Henry County, records show she has not worked there since 2018.

U.S. Attorney Theodore Hertzberg has mentioned that multiple legislators are currently under investigation for similar fraudulent activities involving emergency employment relief funds.

As a result of the indictment, Governor Brian Kemp is obligated to convene a review commission to evaluate Henderson's suspension from office. This case underscores the heightened scrutiny on public officials in Georgia and the potential legal consequences of misusing pandemic aid programs.