Allegations that Lubbock County Judge Curtis Parrish made unwanted sexual advances toward Justice of the Peace Susan Rowley are now being reported beyond West Texas. FOX television stations in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Houston and Austin aired a segment on October 14 that referenced Rowley’s claims, which first appeared on the Lubbock Lampoon Facebook page.
Details of the accusations
Rowley told KCBD that the alleged encounters occurred in August 2024 when she visited Judge Parrish’s office seeking support after her brother’s death. She described a long‑standing friendship with the judge and said that during one visit he kissed her, and during another he touched her over her clothing and placed her hand on his crotch. “That was way out of bounds,” Rowley said.
Rowley said she did not report the incidents to the county’s human‑resources department because she doubted anyone would take action. She also has not filed a police report or pursued legal action, according to KCBD and the Lubbock Avalanche‑Journal.
Judge Parrish’s response
When contacted by FOX Local, Judge Parrish responded via email, stating, “I have no comment on this preposterous allegation.” He also criticized the Lubbock Lampoon for publishing the story without contacting him before or after the allegations were posted.
Because Parrish indicated he would not provide further comment, Lubbock Lights did not seek an additional statement.
Law‑enforcement and agency follow‑up
Both the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office and the Texas Department of Public Safety have confirmed they have not received a formal complaint regarding the allegations at the time of reporting.
The FOX coverage has expanded the story’s reach, but the network has not independently verified Rowley’s claims. Lubbock Lights will continue to monitor the situation and report any new developments.
Context for local readers
Judge Curtis Parrish serves as the elected County Judge for Lubbock County, a position that combines executive, legislative, and judicial responsibilities at the county level. While the allegations have attracted statewide media attention, they remain unproven, and no official investigation has been launched.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed through official county communications and to await any formal actions that may arise from the county’s human‑resources department or law‑enforcement agencies.
Original reporting: Lubbock Lights — read the source article.
