Sergeant Leonard Claunts, along with two other internal affairs investigators, uncovered widespread financial improprieties and misconduct within the Nampa Police Department in 2009. Their findings included officers engaging in personal activities during duty hours and instances of excessive force. After reporting these issues, Claunts faced retaliatory actions, including punitive demotions and negative performance reviews. The situation culminated in a federal lawsuit, which the city settled for $189,000 in 2012.
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