Greenfield investigation into police chief, 67 misconduct allegations

The Brief

  • A 722-page Greenfield investigative report into Police Chief Jay Johnson includes 67 allegations of misconduct.
  • Mayor Michael Neitzke filed paperwork seeking to have Johnson fired.
  • Johnson denied the charges, calling them meritless and requesting their dismissal.

GREENFIELD, Wis. – A 722-page Greenfield investigative report into suspended Police Chief Jay Johnson reveals 67 allegations of misconduct, according to records FOX6 News obtained Thursday.

Mayor wants chief fired

The backstory:

Earlier this month, Mayor Michael Neitzke filed a “Statement of Charges” seeking to have Johnson fired after a city investigation found “significant, highly concerning actions and patterns of behavior.” Johnson was placed on paid administrative leave in April 2025.

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