Nationwide — After more than a decade forced into silence, civil rights advocate Essie Berry, widow of beloved actor Fred “Rerun” Berry, is stepping forward with grave allegations of judicial misconduct and corruption against Judge Angela Tucker, the same judge who handled Steve Harvey’s 2005 divorce case (Case No. 199-15215905) in Collin County, Texas. Berry is also accusing Harvey’s attorneys, Bobbie Edmond and Rickey Anderson, of the same crimes. She also alleges that they bullied, harassed, and cyberstalked her.
Berry alleges that Judge Angela Tucker actively participated in violating her civil rights and silencing her advocacy through improper legal actions and misuse of judicial authority. In 2017, Berry was lawfully appointed Power of Attorney (POA) by Mary Harvey, Steve Harvey’s ex-wife, to help pursue justice in the aftermath of the Harveys’ “con-job” divorce.
Soon after, Berry states she became the target of a coordinated campaign of intimidation, harassment, stalking, and legal retaliation. In 2018—while residing in California—Berry was served with a restraining order stemming from a sealed Texas case, despite the dispute originating from a 2005 divorce proceeding in Texas. She claims the order lacked proper jurisdiction, due process, and notice, violating her constitutional rights and setting a chilling precedent for whistleblowers and advocates.
Berry further alleges that attorneys Bobbie Edmond and Rickey Anderson conspired with Judge Tucker and others to shield Steve & Marjorie Harvey from public accountability by suppressing evidence, intimidating witnesses, and manipulating legal proceedings.
In an alarming escalation, Berry reports that 11 judges in McKinney, Texas, signed off on a warrant for Berry’s arrest, despite Berry being a California resident. Berry states the actions were an act of malicious intent meant to silence Berry’s voice, inflict emotional trauma, and place her under mental and emotional duress.
Berry states the following criminal violations under Texas law have been committed against her:
Abuse of Official Capacity – Texas Penal Code § 39.02
Official Oppression – Texas Penal Code § 39.03
Tampering with a Witness – Texas Penal Code § 36.05
Conspiracy to Commit a Felony – Texas Penal Code § 15.02
Violation of Civil Rights of a Person – Texas Penal Code § 39.04
Unlawful Restraint / Malicious Prosecution – potentially applicable under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code § 16.003
“The abuse of power that I’ve experienced has not only silenced my advocacy but placed my very freedom and peace at risk,” said Berry. “It is deeply painful to see members of the justice system weaponize their authority to silence a Black woman speaking out on behalf of another Black woman.”
“The abuse of power that I’ve experienced has not only silenced my advocacy but placed my very freedom and peace at risk,” said Berry. “It is deeply painful.” She also raises concerns over Judge Tucker’s involvement in a recent murder trial connected to Carmelo Anthony, questioning the judge’s impartiality and calling for urgent oversight.
Berry is now publicly calling for a federal investigation into judicial conduct in Collin County, as well as a full review of all sealed proceedings, arrest warrants, and illegal actions taken against her across state lines.
“I can no longer remain silent. My life, legacy, and freedom are not for sale or suppression. It’s not what I say, it’s what I can prove,” she stated.
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