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Probe into former Best Buy CEO involves conduct with female employee

The Star Tribune reports Best Buy is investigating allegations Brian Dunn used company resources to carry out an inappropriate relationship. A company spokesperson tells the newspaper "the investigation is ongoing" despite Dunn stepping down from his leadership position Tuesday.
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The Star Tribune reports Best Buy is investigating allegations Brian Dunn used company resources to carry out an inappropriate relationship. A company spokesperson tells the newspaper "the investigation is ongoing" despite Dunn stepping down from his leadership position Tuesday.

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