After the 2003 murder of Sonya Ivanoff by Officer Matthew Owens, Chief Craig Moates was hired to heal relations with the Native community. Despite promises to investigate allegations of police misconduct, Moates later stated he was unable to substantiate claims of harassment or abuse. However, the city quietly paid out approximately $750,000 to settle lawsuits filed by women who alleged misconduct by Owens, indicating a failure to address systemic issues within the department.
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