Local

Former metro Atlanta area police officer found guilty of sexual assault

Richard Gooddine trial Former East Point Police Officer Richard Gooddine was found guilty on all counts during his retrial. He was accused of sexually assaulting women, including a 15-year-old girl, while on duty.

EAST POINT, GA — A former metro Atlanta area police officer has been found guilty of sexually assaulting women while on duty.

On Tuesday, a Fulton County jury reached a guilty verdict on all five counts in Richard Gooddine’s retrial.

Goodine was a former East Point police officer.

One of the victims was a 15-year old girl, officials said.

Prosecutors previously said Gooddine was accused of assaulting women and children while searching them or gaining their trust.

Jurors began their deliberations on Tuesday morning.

This is a developing story. Stay with WSB Radio News for updates.