Police Commission outlines internal probe review
Springfield's Police Commission clarified how it reviews internal investigation cases before they reach the superintendent.
Police Commission · Meeting of August 12, 2026
Springfield's Police Commission clarified how it reviews internal investigation cases before they reach the superintendent. A commissioner said cases cleared by the district attorney typically skip a board hearing unless a commissioner requests one, explaining, "Once they go to the superintendent, we want to look at them because that opens up a whole different can of worms." The board voted 5-0 to approve its June 10 minutes, with Commissioner Clinton, described as the newest board member, making the motion. Members honored departing staffer Lynn and Sergeant Monique McCoy, heard that officer wellness cookouts served "over 300 hot dogs and beverages," and scheduled officer training for Wednesday, September 23, at 6 p.m.
The board's next regular meeting is September 9 at 4:30 p.m.
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