Lincoln police chief disputes investigation findings after dismissal

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 10 Oct, 02:19 · Archive

Lincoln's former police chief Matthew Giddings has disputed some findings in the investigation that led to his termination.

Former Lincoln Police Chief Matthew Giddings has disputed some of the findings in the investigation that led to his termination this week. At a city council meeting, Mayor Keli Berglund explained her decision to remove him, saying 'the findings warranted a change in leadership' and that she had appointed an interim chief to provide continuity and stability to the police department while the city determines next steps.

Giddings acknowledged making one inappropriate comment and signing a contract before bringing it to the City Council. However, he disputes other alleged comments and claims about his supervision of officers. 'I take accountability where I messed up and made mistakes. But at the same time, I'm not going to admit the things that I did not do,' Giddings said.

Giddings said he is not asking for his job back but wants answers about the investigation. He has asked council members to independently review the evidence and determine whether the allegations are supported.

How it is being reported

• Lincoln former police chief speaks after dismissalLincoln's former police chief is speaking out about his dismissal, saying he's not asking for his job back, but wants answers about the investigation that led to his firing.KXNET · 9 Oct, 22:58
• Former Lincoln police chief disputes investigation findingsFormer Lincoln Police Chief Matthew Giddings disputes some of the findings in the investigation that preceded his termination earlier this weekKfyrtv · 9 Oct, 02:57

In this story: Matthew Giddings · Keli Berglund · Lincoln · Lincoln Police Department

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