Charges have been dropped in a domestic battery case against a Charleston police officer, according to officials from the Kanawha County Magistrate Clerk’s Office. The case was dismissed due to the absence of both the alleged victim and the investigating officer in the courtroom.
Sgt. Christopher Johnson was charged in October 2023 following the discovery of a video that purportedly showed him being abusive to the alleged victim. Subsequently, the Charleston Police Department initiated an internal investigation.
The CPD confirmed that Johnson is currently on leave but refrained from commenting on the status of the internal investigation.
This development has raised questions about the progress of the case and left many wondering about the underlying reasons for the absence of the alleged victim and the investigating officer in the courtroom.
While the dropping of charges provides temporary relief for Sgt. Christopher Johnson, the incident has shed light on the importance of a thorough and transparent investigation to maintain public trust in law enforcement.
The Charleston community eagerly awaits further updates on the case as the internal investigation unfolds.
