Indictment Returned in Ongoing Key West Misconduct Investigation

City Attorney Ronald Ramsingh Indicted for Official Misconduct

 KEY WEST, FL – The Monroe County State Attorney’s Office announced today that a Monroe County Grand Jury has returned another indictment connected to an ongoing investigation into misconduct within the City of Key West government. Ronald Ramsingh, the City Attorney for the City of Key West, has been indicted on one count of Official Misconduct, a third-degree felony under Florida Statute 838.022(1)(c).

According to the Grand Jury’s findings, Ramsingh is alleged to have knowingly and intentionally interfered with the reporting of a felony committed by his brother, Rajindhar Ramsingh, whose own indictment on seven counts of official misconduct was announced earlier today. The conduct is alleged to have occurred between June 1 and June 26, 2024, while Ronald Ramsingh was actively serving in his public role.

 The indictment reads in part:

“The Grand Jurors of the County of Monroe charge that between June 1, 2024, and June 26, 2024, in the County of Monroe, State of Florida, Ronald Ramsingh, a public servant, did knowingly and intentionally obtain a benefit for another, to-wit Rajindhar Ramsingh, by obstructing, delaying or preventing the communication of information related to the commission of a felony, to-wit official misconduct by Rajindhar Ramsingh, that directly involved or affected the government entity served by Ronald Ramsingh contrary to Florida Statute 838.022(1)(c).”

Bond has been set at $25,000 by Judge Mark Wilson. If convicted, Ramsingh faces up to five years in Florida State Prison, five years of probation, and a fine of up to $5,000.

“This additional indictment reflects the deep seriousness of what we believe to be deliberate efforts to shield criminal conduct from scrutiny,” said State Attorney Dennis Ward. “Public trust is built on transparency and honesty, and when officials obstruct the justice system to protect personal relationships or interests, it erodes the very foundation of local government. I want to thank not only the FBI for their extraordinary partnership, but also our entire legal team, our investigators, and our dedicated support staff for their tireless work in pursuing accountability.”

 Chief Assistant State Attorney Joseph Mansfield stated, “These charges were brought following a thorough and careful review of evidence developed through the combined efforts of our attorneys, investigative team, and the FBI. Everyone in our office—from prosecutors to support staff—played a critical role in preparing this case for the Grand Jury. Our office remains committed to ensuring that no individual, regardless of title or position, is exempt from the rule of law.”

The Monroe County State Attorney’s Office reiterates that an indictment is a formal accusation. All individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

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