(The Center Square) – Former Seattle Police Department Chief of Staff Jamie Tompkins is demanding a $3 million settlement from the city, alleging she was harassed over rumors from coworkers that she was having a sexual relationship with former Police Chief Adrian Diaz.
Tompkins’ lawyer sent a letter to Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell’s Office on Nov. 26, 2024, originally uncovered and reported on by Fox 13 News . The letter asks if the city is interested in a negotiated resolution of the dispute, describing details of a workplace environment where gossip about her relationship with Diaz and her appearance was common and persistent.
Tompkins was formerly the main anchor for FOX 13 News before joining the Seattle Police Department in 2023. She was placed on paid administrative leave in October 2024 along with Diaz amid the rumors. She would resign from the department the following month…