Cincinnati Police Chief Theetge has been placed on administrative leave as the city investigates the 'effectiveness' of her leadership, prompting her to hire an employment attorney.

The city has not provided a specific reason for Theetge's administrative leave, only citing an investigation into the "effectiveness of her leadership." An attorney not connected to the case explained what the process could entail, saying, "I would expect that the city is going to have to articulate the basis for why they've made the decision to place her on administrative leave." Advertisement

Kelly Mulloy Myers, managing partner with Freking Myers and Reul, said that under the city charter, grounds for removal could include clear violations of the law, such as felony conviction and insubordination. "There'

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