Former Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz was placed on administrative leave yesterday. Diaz, who served as chief for four years, was demoted in May amid allegations that he’d hired a romantic partner to a top level advisor role. Diaz is also the subject of a handful of lawsuits asserting he discriminated against SPD staff.

Guest:

Ashley Hiruko, KUOW Investigative Reporter

Relevant Links:

KUOW: Former Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz placed on paid leave amid watchdog investigations

KUOW: A beef jerky run and alleged romantic hire: Two investigations launched into former Seattle Chief Diaz

 

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