Anne Arundel County NAACP Calls for Independent Investigation Into Annapolis Police Personnel Practices
The Anne Arundel County Branch of the NAACP is calling for an independent investigation into personnel practices within the Annapolis Police Department, the latest development in a months-long exchange with City leadership over allegations of workplace discrimination, unfair treatment and accountability. In an August 20 letter to Mayor Jared Littmann, the organization alleged that personnel decisions following a Police Department leadership transition earlier this year have disproportionately affected African American employees and represent a retreat from the department's previous diversity and equity commitments. According to the NAACP, three African American employees were transferred from the Chief's Office, while four others were terminated or had their employment contracts terminated. The organization also cited suspensions and involuntary transfers involving several African American employees and supervisors. The NAACP further alleged that another officer...
