Minneapolis police chief Brian O’Hara resigns after allegedly interfering with investigation into his conduct
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara resigned after an investigation found he interfered with a probe into allegations of inappropriate conduct, including deleting evidence from his city-issued phone.
- The initial investigation into claims of O’Hara engaging in sexual relationships with city employees was unsubstantiated, but a subsequent inquiry revealed he obstructed the process by deleting a contact card and discussing the investigation against explicit instructions.
- Mayor Jacob Frey emphasized that the resignation stemmed from a breach of trust, which is critical for effective leadership, and issued O’Hara a written reprimand for serious misconduct.
- The city has 17 other active complaints against O’Hara, though details remain undisclosed, and Assistant Police Chief Katie Blackwell has been appointed acting chief.
- Officials acknowledged O’Hara’s contributions to police reform and staffing but stressed continued efforts toward transparency, accountability, and community collaboration in the department.