A Beverly Hills police chief is at the center of an ugly, costly and lengthy legal battle after the wealthy city agreed to pay $2.3 million to settle a lawsuit brought by a former high-ranking police officer amid an onslaught of other allegations. Mark Rosen, who is Jewish, accused Spagnoli of harassment and workplace misconduct, denying him promotional opportunities based on his religion. Rosen immediately retired after the $2.3 million suit was settled in December, but said he fears for his colleagues. Spagnoli faces at least 20 civil suits or employee complaints of racial and sexual discrimination, according to court records. “I’m disappointed at some of the personal attacks against me, particularly because I can tell you I love this community.

Source: Fox News January 01, 2019 17:37 UTC