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FLORANCE-On June 19, 2026, the Florence Police Department was notified by the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office of an active investigation involving Florence Police Officer Asa Belew related to domestic violence allegations. Once we were notified of this information, Officer Belew was immediately placed on administrative leave, where he has remained since that time.
Asa Belew
On July 13, 2026, the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office charged Asa Belew with two counts of Domestic Violence Third Degree.
Belew has turned himself into the Lauderdale County Detention Center. He will remain on administrative leave.
Media Release/Joshua Meza/Florence Police Department/Public Information Officer
