Friday, September 10, 2010

Watauga investigating its entire Police Department

In executive session, the council and mayor discussed hiring an independent investigator to review the conduct of the department and its staff. Then the council voted 5-1, with Larry Irving Sr. in opposition, Jeffries said.

The complaint also alleges that Benjamin ordered the installation of a tiny but powerful microphone in the patrol room to monitor officers' conversations. Commanders told officers that no microphone was there, but the installer confirmed its existence and said commanders had instructed him to lie, according to the complaint.

Read more: http://www.star-telegram.com/2010/09/09/2456952/watauga-investigating-its-entire.html#ixzz0z7qaTC4B

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