Austin Rhodes Wins More Than $1 Million In Lawsuit

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Austin Rhodes Wins More Than $1 Million In Lawsuit

By Michael Buczyner michaelb@nbcaugusta.com

Story Published: Apr 1, 2008 at 9:57 AM EST

Story Updated: Apr 1, 2008 at 4:30 PM EST

Augusta radio personality Austin Rhodes won more than $1 million in a slander lawsuit against radio station WAAW Rejoice Network.

Rhodes, of WGAC-AM 580, filed the lawsuit after former host Ryan B. and Charles 'Champ' Walker, Jr., claimed Rhodes had been arrested for spousal abuse.

Rhodes also said the radio personalities also called him a sex offender.

Several months ago, Richmond County Sheriff Ronnie Strength won a similar slander suit against Ryan B. and WAAW for $6 million.

So far, Rhodes and Strength have not received any money from the settlements.

Rhodes told NBC Augusta he and his attorney will pursue the settlement "until the end of time."

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Wednesday, Apr 2 at 10:17 AM Terry wrote ...

I wish all law-abiding citizens under siege by slanderers had the means to bring suits against all of them. It does give us some sense of vindication when someone else does win. Congratulations Austin. Lots of empathy, too.

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