Oregon Considered

4/5/06 - Chief Facing Sexual Misconduct Allegations

April 05, 2006

0405_foxworth.jpgA desk clerk at the Portland Police Bureau who says she had a sexual relationship with Police Chief Derrick Foxworth, claims he discussed confidential matters with her -- including the cover-up of a serious sexual harassment complaint.

In a nine-page tort notice, Angela Oswalt's attorney says Foxworth initiated the affair in 2000 then sent her sexually explicit e-mails from both his work and home computers.

The city has started an investigation, but Foxworth has said he expects to be cleared of any wrongdoing. Kristian Foden-Vencil reports.


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