Casper city manager announces retirement after council's call for investigation into police problems

Casper City Manager V.H. McDonald will retire on June 1, the city announced Thursday. The decision comes two days after members of the City Council called for an investigation into problems at the police department and complaints that city management did not adequately address the issues.

Mayor Kenyne Humphrey was expected to meet with McDonald on Thursday morning to discuss options for responding to the police issues. She did not immediately respond to a call seeking comment Thursday afternoon.

McDonald also did not immediately respond to a text message seeking comment.

McDonald, who’s served as city manager since November 2015, announced his retirement in a letter presented to the City Council’s leaders. His resignation comes one day after Casper City Council member Todd Murphy also stated he would leave his post, effective Monday. Murphy cited personal reasons for his departure.

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