Sheriff Eric Watson speaks about being cleared

CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) – The day after prosecutors dropped criminal charges against him, Bradley County Sheriff Eric Watson talks about his time of living under suspicion.

After more than two years of allegations, charges and investigations, all of the charges against Bradley county sheriff Eric Watson have been dismissed.

Sheriff Watson said he couldn’t be more thankful for all of the people in Bradley county who have supported him through this process.

Sheriff Watson also had some strong words for Bradley county commissioner Dan Rawls and a media outlet who he says personally attacked him with their accusations.

He says the information that cleared his name was easily attainable

Watson also announced today they he will be running for reelection in May.

Sherrif Watson said he is discussing with his attorney if he should take legal action against commissioner Dan Rawls.