City Of Gordon's Surplus Auction Was Not Illegal But Created 'Appearance Of Impropriety,' District Attorney Finds

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Thursday, December 4th, 2025

A surplus auction in Gordon that spurred controversy and concerns over self-dealing was not illegal, according to a finding from Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office.

After reviewing the Georgia Bureau of Investigation inquiry, District Attorney T. Wright Barksdale says city officials violated no criminal laws during a Sept. 27 surplus auction.

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