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Richard L. Bean sues Knox County over juvenile role
Filed: Apr 28, 2026 at 2:11 PM ET
Summary: Richard L. Bean filed a $5M federal lawsuit alleging he was forced to resign as superintendent of the juvenile detention center.
WHO: Richard L. Bean; Knox County officials
WHAT: Bean filed a $5 million federal lawsuit claiming he was forced to resign as superintendent of the Knox County juvenile detention center.
WHEN: Apr 27, 2026 at 10:08 PM ET
WHERE: Knox County, Tennessee
WHY: Bean alleges he was forced to resign from his long-held superintendent position.
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