Feds Drop Nothing Burger Against KCPD

Another glimpse at the MAGA era . . .

Whilst the investigation into the fire department has a bit more substance . . . This employment complaint never really resonated with locals given that KCPD is having a hard time hiring ANYBODY.

Accordingly . . . 

Here's a peek at the aftermath and local reaction . . .

“In 2022, the U.S. Department of Justice announced it had initiated an investigation into the employment practices of the Kansas City Police Department,” Sgt. Phil DiMartino said in a written statement . . .

“DOJ ceased requesting information from KCPD in 2023. On January 17, 2025, DOJ notified KCPD it had closed the investigation with no findings.”

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

Justice Department closed investigation of racism within KCPD without comment

The U.S. Department of Justice investigation of the Kansas City Police Department ended on the last full work day of the Biden administration

Mayor Quinton Lucas speaks out on DOJ concluding investigations into police and fire departments

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas said he has confidence in KCFD and KCPD after the U.S. Department of Justice concluded investigations into hiring and employment practices at both departments.

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