Investigator Curtis Shankel, during his tenure in the internal affairs division in 2009, reported on various misconducts within the department, including officers neglecting duties and instances of excessive force. Following these disclosures, Shankel faced retaliatory measures from the department’s leadership, such as demotions and negative performance reviews. This retaliation was a key factor in a federal lawsuit that concluded with a $189,000 settlement in 2012.
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