LAS VEGAS, Nev. (KOLO) - A former officer with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has been sentenced for his role in an insurance fraud scheme.

38-year-old Christopher Michael Mitchell of Henderson was sentenced to between one and two years in prison on Thursday after being convicted of one count of misconduct of a public officer.

The jury found that Mitchell asked a fellow LVMPD officer to create and file a false stolen vehicle report so that he could pursue an illegitimate insurance claim.

“Public trust is one of our most important resources,” said Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford. “When a public officer abuses their authority for personal gain, it undermines confidence in the institutions meant to serve and protect Nevadans. My office will continue to hold individuals acc

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