An attorney for a Louisville, Kentucky, police major says the force's police chief mishandled his client's sexual harassment complaint. The attorney says that's what led to Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel’s suspension this week. Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg suspended Gwinn-Villaroel this week in a surprise move.
FILE - Louisville Metro Police Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel speaks during a news conference, May 23, 2024, in Louisville , Ky. Louisville ’s police chief has been placed on leave over her handling of a sexual harassment allegation involving her officers, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg said Wednesday, June 12.
At the meeting, Gwinn-Villaroel had asked if there were any concerns about working with other members of the command staff, Smith said in an email statement. Shortly after, the chief announced the promotion of that male major to lieutenant colonel, Smith said. Louisville police referred questions about Lauder’s allegations to the mayor’s office Thursday. A mayor’s spokesperson said he could not comment due to an ongoing internal investigation.that wrapped up last year. The DOJ said it “identified deficiencies” in the Louisville department’s response to allegations of sexual misconduct or domestic violence among officers.
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