McDowell County Sheriff Candidate Faces Charges

A man running for sheriff in McDowell County is facing fraud charges. 61-year old Quinton Dawson has been charged with using a Social Security debit card and a state benefits debit card belonging to another person. Dawson allegedly entered a convenience store and used two cards, taking a total of $700. The Associated Press reports Dawson was allegedly in possession of 13 other debit cards belonging to other people. McDowell County clerk’s office records show Dawson is a candidate for sheriff.