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Two Leaders Fired Amid Major Lawsuit | Seattle News
Two top leaders at the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office are fired amid a high-stakes lawsuit filed by Detective Samantha Robinson, who accuses them of discrimination, sexual harassment, and retaliation. The $30 million claim, dropped in October, triggered an outside investigation that led to the terminations of Lt. Keith Linderman and Sgt. Courtney Polinder. Robinson’s complaint details disturbing allegations—including an incident involving a sex toy, discriminatory remarks about her career, and a fabricated AI video. She’s set to resign March 25, 2026, and the department remains silent as the…
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