In a recent development, former District Attorney Jackie Johnson has taken the witness stand to refute allegations of abusing her power in the Ahmaud Arbery case. Johnson denied claims that she protected the individuals involved in the pursuit and killing of Arbery nearly five years ago.
During her testimony, Johnson stated that she recused herself from the case promptly due to her connection with a former employee who was part of the fatal pursuit. She also denied attempting to influence George Barnhill, an outside district attorney who advised against making any arrests in the case.
