South Carolina Dem Gubernatorial Candidate Arrested in Underwear, Yelling and Referring to Himself as ‘God’ and ‘Superman’ in Wild Video
Newly released police dashcam footage reveals South Carolina Democratic gubernatorial candidate William “Mullins” McLeod being arrested in downtown Charleston in May while wearing only underwear and shoes.
The video shows him yelling profanities, using racial slurs and referring to himself as “God” and “Superman.”
The 53-year-old attorney, a married father of four, was detained after reportedly causing a scene in the Battery area.
Police noted in their report that McLeod exhibited behavior consistent with someone under the influence of a stimulant, including extremely bloodshot eyes and highly dilated pupils.
He was charged with disorderly conduct and booked into the Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center.
Released via a Freedom of Information Act request, the 35-minute video captures McLeod making threats toward political figures, including Republican Attorney General Alan Wilson, who is also seeking the governorship.
In the footage, he declares, “I’m gonna kick your f—ing teeth in.”
Wilson responded, clarifying, “I am going to give him the benefit of the doubt and assume he means in a general election, not a street fight.”
During the arrest, McLeod refused to give his name, instead claiming, “I’m one of the most just humans to ever walk this soil,” and adding, “Superman sounds good.”
McLeod officially announced his candidacy for the Democratic primary Monday, just one day before the video became public.
He previously ran for governor in 2010 and served two terms as Charleston County Democratic Party chairman, building a reputation as a prominent local attorney
McLeod’s campaign defended him, alleging the footage was released to harm his candidacy and calling the arrest “unlawful.”
“The people of South Carolina deserve the truth and deserve leaders who will stand up against abuse of power,” the statement read. “I look forward to setting the record straight, closing this chapter, and focusing on the real issues facing our state.”
The video shows him yelling profanities, using racial slurs and referring to himself as “God” and “Superman.”
The 53-year-old attorney, a married father of four, was detained after reportedly causing a scene in the Battery area.
Police noted in their report that McLeod exhibited behavior consistent with someone under the influence of a stimulant, including extremely bloodshot eyes and highly dilated pupils.
He was charged with disorderly conduct and booked into the Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center.
Released via a Freedom of Information Act request, the 35-minute video captures McLeod making threats toward political figures, including Republican Attorney General Alan Wilson, who is also seeking the governorship.
In the footage, he declares, “I’m gonna kick your f—ing teeth in.”
Wilson responded, clarifying, “I am going to give him the benefit of the doubt and assume he means in a general election, not a street fight.”
During the arrest, McLeod refused to give his name, instead claiming, “I’m one of the most just humans to ever walk this soil,” and adding, “Superman sounds good.”
McLeod officially announced his candidacy for the Democratic primary Monday, just one day before the video became public.
He previously ran for governor in 2010 and served two terms as Charleston County Democratic Party chairman, building a reputation as a prominent local attorney
McLeod’s campaign defended him, alleging the footage was released to harm his candidacy and calling the arrest “unlawful.”
“The people of South Carolina deserve the truth and deserve leaders who will stand up against abuse of power,” the statement read. “I look forward to setting the record straight, closing this chapter, and focusing on the real issues facing our state.”
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