MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The City of Minneapolis' Office of Police Conduct Review (OPCR) announced Monday it has completed the investigative work on the more than 230 backlogged cases.

OPCR case backlog cleared

The backstory:

The OPCR has finished reviewing, evaluating and investigating all 234 backlogged cases which were received on or before May 23, 2024. The backlog grew amid an increase of complaints in 2020, staffing challenges and leadership changes.

Officials have addressed these backlog challenges by hiring or reassigning 12 staff members, adding new supervisory roles, and restructured the investigation process.

"You can’t rebuild trust without accountability — and that’s exactly what this milestone represents," said Mayor Jacob Frey. "By reaching this milestone, the City is

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