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Hamtramck council hires Miller Johnson to investigate allegations involving city manager and police chief

5532456 · August 5, 2025
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The Hamtramck City Council voted June 10 to hire the law firm Miller Johnson to conduct a local, independent investigation into allegations involving former city manager Max Garbarino, an investigator identified in public comments as “David,” and Police Chief Tahiri.

The Hamtramck City Council voted June 10 to hire the law firm Miller Johnson to conduct a local, independent investigation into allegations involving former city manager Max Garbarino, an investigator identified in public comments as “David,” and Police Chief Tahiri.

Mayor Amir Galip said the council and city attorney reviewed multiple firms and selected Miller Johnson because the mayor and staff found no conflicts of interest. “They were the most professional and … there are…

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