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Chief O’Hara misconduct probe cost Minneapolis taxpayers at least $127,000
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· June 27, 2026
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Key takeaway The probe into Chief Brian O'Hara's actions has cost the city at least $127,000.
Minneapolis taxpayers have incurred a significant expense related to a misconduct investigation. The probe into Chief Brian O'Hara's actions has cost the city at least $127,000. The investigation was launched after allegations surfaced regarding O'Hara's relationships with subordinates.
City officials enlisted the services of a local law firm to conduct the investigation. Further details about the investigation and its findings can be found through the Star Tribune, which reported on the matter. The cost to taxpayers is one aspect of the situation that has been made public, with more information available from the original source.
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Category: local Published: June 27, 2026 Source: Star Tribune Reading time: 1 min
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