Former Cumberland County solid waste director and former county commissioner Mike Harvel remains in Federal detention pending a decision by a federal Magistrate expected Thursday afternoon.
A hearing was held via Zoom on Wednesday with numerous witnesses including County residents who supported Harvel's release from detention pending a trial. Harvel is being defended by attorney Patrick McNally of Nashville.
Harvel's current employer, Jeff Proffitt of Proffitt Trucking described Harvel as polite on the job and offered to adjust schedules so Harvel would be home each night.
Several family members spoke for Harvel describing his 40 year marriage and that his father in law lives with the family.
Former County Commissioner and E-911 board member Tom Isham served on both boards with Harvel said he was proud to call Harvel his friend. Another former County Commissioner who served with Harvel, David Hassler also supported Harvel as a character witness.
Former County Road Superintendent Wendell Houston employed Harvel on the County Road Department and described him as a hard worker.
Assistant US Attorney Sara Beth Myers represented the prosecution and spelled out the indictment counts and the victims fear of Harvel. Myers pointed out the nature of the crimes adding that the only worse crime was murder. The number of similar stories were striking according to Myers and his conduct was similar with multiple victims and his use of his position of power to exploit the women.
The FBI continues their investigation into the matter and anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact them.
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