In 2021, Captain Michael Cross was promoted to major despite concerns about his attendance record and trustworthiness. Prior to his promotion, he failed to follow through on obtaining personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in officers not receiving necessary gear. Additionally, he misrepresented authorization for overtime at the front desk, leading to confusion and unauthorized expenditures. These actions raised questions about his reliability and integrity within the department. ([casetext.com](https://casetext.com/case/stuart-v-city-of-topeka?utm_source=openai))”
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