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Big Lake Police Chief placed on paid leave

KSTP reports the City Council voted 4-1 in favor of suspending Sean Rifenberick. This follows allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct against the chief last summer. In February, a handful of employees told the council Rifenberick was unfit to lead. City leaders agreed to review his performance.
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KSTP reports the City Council voted 4-1 in favor of suspending Sean Rifenberick. This follows allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct against the chief last summer. In February, a handful of employees told the council Rifenberick was unfit to lead. City leaders agreed to review his performance.

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