Springfield police chief retires amid investigation
No details on nature of investigation of Springfield officer
By Associated Press
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SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — Officials say Springfield Police Chief Richard Lewis is retiring effective June 1 after he was placed on leave in late March.
Lewis had been on paid leave during what city officials called an administrative personnel investigation, The Register-Guard reported.
City Manager Nancy Newton said at the time she placed him on leave to protect the integrity of the investigation. The city hasn’t elaborated on the nature or purpose of the inquiry.
City spokeswoman Amber Fossen said Wednesday the investigation continues.