Juneau, WI – The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office is pushing back against a series of allegations it says are unfounded, emphasizing that a review of records and timelines shows the claims did not occur.
According to Dodge County Sheriff Dale J. Schmidt, the office conducted a thorough review and determined the allegations are not supported by evidence. Officials said the timeline has been established and findings indicate the reported incidents allegedly did not happen. The sheriff stressed that providing accurate information is critical to maintaining public trust and confidence in law enforcement.
The Sheriff’s Office further noted that prior investigations involving similar allegations made by Sundiq Naqvi also resulted in findings that the claims were unsubstantiated. Those cases allegedly included sexual assault accusations in which the reported crime was later determined to be false, authorities said.
While no criminal charges have been filed in the current matter, officials indicated the legal threshold to pursue charges under applicable law remains difficult. However, the Sheriff’s Office said steps have been taken to ensure accountability. Civil litigation has reportedly been filed in federal court by the sheriff individually in response to the allegations and their impact.
Authorities added that information related to the case has been shared with state and federal partners, including the FBI and Illinois State Police, for review as deemed appropriate.
Officials warned that false claims can carry significant consequences, potentially undermining public trust, diverting law enforcement resources, and damaging reputations. The Sheriff’s Office said it is committed to transparency, releasing documentation and evidence for public review.
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