Four years after its creation, Baltimore’s Police Accountability Board still lacks its own investigator, forcing it to rely on police department findings — a glaring flaw that’s sparking outrage over lost independence. Critics point fingers at City Councilman Mark Conway, blaming his local control bill for undermining state law meant to preserve investigative autonomy. While the old Civilian Review Board could investigate independently, the current board’s power is hollow: recommendations are only as strong as the evidence police provide. The board pushes for a standalone Office of Police Oversight, but progress stalls — especially under Conway’s leadership. Meanwhile, legal battles erupt as a board member sues over being removed for advocating independence and forced to reapply for his position, accusing the city of politicizing the board — while officials say it’s just standard procedure to align terms with the mayor’s.
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