Public commenter alleges eviction misconduct involving Precinct 5 constable staff

Aug 20, 2024

During public comments at the Aug. 20 grievance hearing, Christopher Jenkins alleged Precinct 5 constable staff failed to appear in court in an eviction case and said he filed restraining orders; Jenkins said he ultimately won the case and urged the committee to consider misconduct concerns.

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At the public-comment portion of the Aug. 20 meeting, Christopher Jenkins told the Salary Grievance Committee he had been forced through eviction proceedings three times and said he filed legal actions (a temporary restraining order and a permanent injunction) involving Precinct 5 constable staff. Jenkins alleged that officers "didn't bother to show up to court" and that he ultimately prevailed.

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