Local North Carolina politician Stoney Greene turned himself in on charges of assault and domestic criminal trespass, stemming from his involvement in an illegal dogfighting ring raided in New Jersey in 2001. Greene, a Republican serving on the Wilkes County Board of Commissioners, stepped down as chairman after news of his arrest surfaced, but remained on the board despite facing pressure from the community to resign. Greene has faced allegations of domestic violence and other questionable behavior, leading to public outcry and calls for his resignation.
The backlash against Greene has brought together members of both political parties, with the local Republican Party supporting a motion urging him to resign. Greene, who was involved in dog show competitions during the same period, claims he was at the wrong place at the wrong time and has since had his record expunged in New Jersey. However, the controversy surrounding Greene extends beyond his involvement in dogfighting, with concerns raised about a Christian heritage proclamation he championed and a failed property purchase during his time as chair.
Despite facing multiple allegations and calls for his resignation, Greene has maintained his position on the board. The ongoing controversy has been a distraction for the county commission and has led to tensions within the community. Many residents are united in their efforts to remove Greene from office, citing his involvement in animal cruelty as a red line that no elected official should cross.
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