Category: Audits

Audits

Sheriff John Raichl – Clatsop County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

In 1999, Sheriff John Raichl terminated Jail Commander Brunick after union members expressed no confidence in Brunick’s leadership. Raichl cited multiple deficiencies, including failure to update jail policies, untimely evaluations of subordinates, manipulation of official documents, harassment of a subordinate, and unprofessional conduct. Brunick appealed the termination, but the county manager upheld the decision. ([caselaw.findlaw.com](https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/or-court-of-appeals/1014825.html?utm_source=openai)) […]

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Lt. Kristen Hanthorn – Clatsop County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

In 2020, Lt. Kristen Hanthorn was sued by former staff assistant Kimberly Losada for alleged sex discrimination and retaliation. Losada claimed that Hanthorn subjected her to bullying, harassment, and discrimination based on her sex, including derogatory comments and false accusations. Despite investigations confirming Losada’s complaints, the behavior allegedly continued, leading to Losada’s resignation after nearly […]

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Officer Michael Boyes – Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

In July 2020, Officer Michael Boyes, who had not yet attended the state’s basic police academy, was involved in the fatal shooting of Douglas Diamond during a welfare check. After Sgt. Sean Collinson tackled Diamond, Boyes shot Diamond, resulting in his death. The family filed a lawsuit alleging civil rights violations, claiming the officers made […]

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Sgt. Sean Collinson – Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

In July 2020, Sgt. Sean Collinson was involved in a fatal shooting during a welfare check on Douglas Diamond, a retired Washington County Sheriff’s deputy. Collinson, along with other officers, approached Diamond’s RV and, after a series of events, Collinson tackled Diamond, leading to Officer Michael Boyes shooting Diamond, resulting in his death. The family […]

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Deputy Eric Konzelman – Benton County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

Deputy Eric Konzelman filed a $1 million federal lawsuit against Sheriff Scott Jackson and Benton County, alleging violations of his constitutional rights, including free speech, due process, and equal protection. Konzelman claimed he was terminated in retaliation for lodging complaints against the sheriff and for his involvement in union activities. The lawsuit also alleged that […]

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Undersheriff Greg Ridler – Benton County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

Undersheriff Greg Ridler was named in a lawsuit filed by Chris McKinney, a former employee of the Benton County Health Department. The lawsuit alleged that Ridler, along with other county officials, engaged in a systematic campaign to create a case for terminating McKinney based on unfounded disciplinary actions and false allegations. The suit claimed violations […]

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Sheriff Jerry Hatcher – Benton County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

Sheriff Jerry Hatcher faced multiple allegations of misconduct, including creating a toxic workplace, targeted harassment, and retaliation against employees. In November 2021, he was recalled from office following a campaign initiated by the Benton County Deputy Sheriff’s Guild. Additionally, Hatcher was investigated for witness tampering related to domestic violence allegations made by his estranged wife […]

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Officer Rhoden – Baker County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

In March 2020, Officer Rhoden was accused by an inmate of retaliatory actions, including denial of telephone and law library access, and threats involving a restraint chair. The inmate alleged these actions were in response to grievances filed against the Sheriff’s Office. However, the court found no evidence of a causal relationship between the grievances […]

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Jan Bartleson – Yakima County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

Ms. Bartleson was discharged from the Yakima County Sheriff’s Office for alleged misconduct and poor job performance. An arbitrator later found that the county failed to conduct a fair and thorough investigation, violating the collective bargaining agreement. The arbitrator ordered her reinstatement with back pay and benefits, highlighting a complete failure by the county to […]

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Eric Salverda – Yakima County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

In November 2019, Officer Salverda was terminated from the Yakima County Sheriff’s Office for using county equipment for private employment, conducting private work during county time, insubordination, and dishonesty. An investigation revealed that he served legal papers for a private company 33 times while on duty and misrepresented the extent of this activity to his […]

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