A former Riverside County jail commander is suing Sheriff Chad Bianco and top officials, alleging she was fired in retaliation for reporting civil rights violations and misconduct within county jails.Victoria Flores, a 30-year veteran of the department and former commander at the Robert Presley Detention Center, filed a federal lawsuit claiming she was targeted after raising concerns about inmate deaths, inflated project costs, and alleged cover-ups.The lawsuit outlines what Flores describes as a toxic culture within the Sheriff’s Department—where leadership avoids oversight and punishes those who speak up. Flores contends she was removed from her position because she voiced concerns about systemic issues within the jail system.She is seeking damages or reinstatement, while both state and federal investigations into the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department continue.Explore: NBCPalmSprings.com, where we are connecting the Valley.
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