Summary

Judge Stephen Yekel, 74, died by suicide in his courtroom on his last day in office after losing a re-election bid.

He was found Tuesday morning at Effingham County State Courthouse, with investigators believing the incident occurred late Monday or early Tuesday.

Yekel, appointed in 2022, had recently attempted to resign but was denied by Governor Brian Kemp.

He was also facing a wrongful termination lawsuit from a former court employee.

  • @MutilationWave
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    195 days ago

    Looks like his wife blew his wad at a daycare business that bankrupted them and she divorced quick.

    • @Ensign_Crab
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      285 days ago

      blew his wad at a daycare business

      God in Three Persons, phrasing.