Daily Mail: Police Refusing to Release Details About Drowning Incident Involving Former Chef of Obama
The drowning death of former President Barack Obama’s chef, Tafari Campbell, is being kept under wraps by Massachusetts state police, who are citing a Public Records Law exemption for withholding information about the ongoing investigation. The lack of transparency regarding the incident, including names of witnesses and details about the 911 call, has led to frustration among sources who question why an accidental drowning necessitates an ongoing investigation. It has been 10 days since the incident occurred. Massachusetts State Police have been criticized for not providing details and for directing agencies to reject requests for information. The state police claim that the release of records could compromise the investigation. However, critics argue that law enforcement should provide evidence of how this could be the case. The Dukes County Sheriff’s Office, which handled the initial 911 call, also rejected requests for information, citing the Public Records Law. The ongoing withholding of information goes against the principles of transparency outlined in the law.
