A former Henry County Sheriff’s Office deputy was charged in connection with a 2025 incident, according to a release from Sheriff Wayne Davis.
Michael Kevin Cagle Jr., a former deputy, responded to a breaking and entering in progress call on November 26, 2025. As a result, one person was charged with breaking and entering and an outstanding felony warrant.
The individual was transported to the Henry County Adult Detention Center (ADC). Before being escorted inside the center, a verbal altercation allegedly occurred between Cagle and the arrestee, which escalated into Cagle allegedly using force against the individual.
No injuries were reported.
Supervisors were made aware of the incident moments later and responded appropriately by ensuring the matter was immediately reviewed. An internal investigation was initiated, and it was determined that Cagle had violated multiple agency policies, the release stated. As a result, his employment with the sheriff’s office was terminated, effective immediately.
Davis then contacted the Virginia State Police and the Henry County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office and requested an independent investigation into the incident. Following the Virginia State Police investigation, Cagle was charged with a misdemeanor count of assault and battery.
He was arrested in Goldsboro, N.C., on May 18, and is currently being held without bond pending extradition back to Virginia.
Davis said he and his office “remain fully committed to transparency, accountability, and maintaining the trust of the citizens we serve. While any allegation of misconduct involving a law enforcement officer is concerning, the actions taken in this case demonstrate this administration’s commitment to addressing such matters swiftly, professionally, and appropriately.”
He added the office “will continue working every day to earn and maintain the trust of this community through integrity, accountability, and transparent leadership.”
