Fmr. Albany lawmaker arrested following alleged altercation investigation

Albany Police say former Georgia State Representative Winfred Dukes was involved in an altercation with his ex-wife at a daycare she owns in Albany.

ALBANY, Ga. – A former South Georgia lawmaker was arrested Friday for allegedly breaking the law.

Albany Police say former Georgia State Representative Winfred Dukes was involved in an altercation with his ex-wife at a daycare she owns in Albany.

According to the police report obtained by CBS 44 News, Dukes is alleged to have struck his ex-wife.

An officer said when he got to the scene, he observed visible injuries on the head of Dukes’ ex-wife.

Friday’s incident remains under investigation.

This is a developing story. Stay with CBS 44 South Georgia for more updates as information becomes available.

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