Harris County, Texas
A former Harris County Sheriff’s deputy pleaded guilty to extortion in federal court Thursday afternoon.
George Wesley Ellington, 38, was accused of the following when he was charged back in October 2010 :
-- Allowed unauthorized access to confidential law enforcement databases in exchange for $500 in April 2010
-- Provided protection for a suspected ecstasy dealer.
Per the plea agreement, Ellington could face a maximum 60 months in prison without the possibility of parole, according to a US Attorney’s Office statement. His sentencing begins on June 30.
Tanya Ketrisse Ellington, his wife, is expected to go on trial in May for the following:
-- Attempting to aid and abet the possession with intent to distribute ecstasy
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