James Edwin Yokeley Jr., a state appointed elections official in North Carolina, has resigned from his position following his arrest on accusations of a disturbing crime. The 66-year-old, who served as the chairman of the Surry County Board of Elections, is facing charges related to spiking his granddaughters’ ice cream with illicit narcotics. The official submitted a letter of resignation from his post.
In his letter, Yokeley stated, “This decision has not been made lightly. After much prayer, thoughtful reflection and consultation, I have concluded that it’s in the best interest of the State Board of Elections, regarding my own falsely accused circumstances, to step down at this time.”
