San Mateo Sheriff Fires Assistant Amid Investigation, Sparking Retaliation Concerns

Assistant Sheriff Ryan Monaghan's dismissal follows his cooperation with an independent probe into the Sheriff's Office, leading to allegations of possible retaliation.

• San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus dismissed Assistant Sheriff Ryan Monaghan shortly after he participated in an investigation into personnel complaints within the Sheriff's Office.
• County Supervisor Ray Mueller suggested the timing of Monaghan's firing indicates potential retaliation, a claim Corpus has strongly denied.
• The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors has commissioned retired Judge LaDoris Cordell to lead the investigation into multiple allegations against the Sheriff's Office.
• The Deputy Sheriff’s Association has filed several unfair labor practice complaints, accusing the Sheriff's Office management of creating a toxic work environment and overworking deputies.
• A previous no-confidence vote against Chief of Staff Victor Aenlle, who is at the center of many complaints, has intensified scrutiny and internal tensions within the Sheriff's Office.

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