Home Alleged affair, a busted lip: And now a school superintendent faces assault and battery charge
Local News

Alleged affair, a busted lip: And now a school superintendent faces assault and battery charge

Chris Graham
waynesboro
(© Gary L Hider – stock.adobe.com)

Waynesboro Schools Superintendent Jeffrey Cassell and United Way of Greater Augusta executive director Kristi Williams are caught up in a legal matter involving the latter’s estranged husband.

Cassell faces a misdemeanor assault and battery charge in a matter involving Neil Williams, who is in the midst of divorce proceedings with Kristi Williams.

Neil Williams, in a citizen-generated warrant, alleged that Cassell, who was appointed superintendent of Waynesboro Public Schools in 2013, “threw his shoulder” into Williams’ face and busted his lip during a confrontation in the parking lot at a United Way Stuff the Bus event in front of the Wal-Mart Supercenter in Waynesboro on Aug. 6.

The source of the confrontation appears to be a claim from Neil Williams made in an affidavit attached to the arrest warrant, obtained by the News Virginian, that Cassell “stalked our household” and engaged in an affair with his wife.

Cassell alleges, in a protective order petition obtained by the News Virginian, that Neil Williams, in the Aug. 6 incident, “flipped me off” and made a profane remark, then drove his truck to a fire lane in front of the United Way tent.

Feeling threatened, he asked Williams to leave and then called 911.

The petition from Cassell also detailed a series of events alleging a pattern of harassment including Neil Williams following him to the school system central office to make accusations and threats, leaving Penthouse magazines on his porch and his vehicle, and filing a lengthy complaint against Cassell with the Waynesboro School Board.

There’s much more detail in this report from News Virginian staff writer Bob Stuart.

The misdemeanor charge against Cassell is scheduled to go to trial in Waynesboro General District Court on Oct. 13.

Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham, the king of "fringe media," a zero-time Virginia Sportswriter of the Year, and a member of zero Halls of Fame, is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, or subscribe to his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].

Latest News

george mason
Basketball, Sports

George Mason rallies, beats Saint Joseph’s, to stay atop A-10 standings

isaac mckneely uva basketball
Basketball, Sports

Five Observations: UVA Basketball gets more good offense in road win

Credit is due to interim UVA Basketball coach Ron Sanchez and the staff for figuring out a new formula to get wins.

Daytona 500 Odds, Picks, & How To Bet
Sports

Daytona 500 Odds, Picks, & How To Bet

The NASCAR Cup chase will begin with the 2025 Daytona 500 on Saturday. The 67th annual Daytona 500 promises to be one of the most exciting races of the season, and the best NASCAR betting sites are giving away free bets and bonus cash for the big race. Learn how to bet on the 2025...

uva basketball
Basketball, Sports

Live Coverage: UVA Basketball grits out 73-70 win at Virginia Tech

How To Bet On The Daytona 500 in Florida
Sports News

How To Bet On The Daytona 500 in Florida

How To Bet On The Daytona 500 in South Carolina
Sports News

How To Bet On The Daytona 500 in South Carolina

5 Best Betting Apps for the 2025 Daytona 500
Sports News

5 Best Betting Apps for the 2025 Daytona 500