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New controversy facing the St. Louis Sheriff

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The St. Louis Department of Public Safety is alleging the Sheriff's Office failed to transport about a half dozen inmates emergency trips to the hospital in the past week.
The article from Yahoo News discusses the controversy surrounding St. Louis Sheriff Vernon Betts, who is facing scrutiny for allegedly misusing funds intended for inmate meals. The controversy arose after a whistleblower claimed that Betts was diverting money meant for food into other areas, leading to inadequate meals for inmates. This has sparked an investigation by the St. Louis Board of Aldermen, who are looking into the sheriff's spending practices. Sheriff Betts has denied the allegations, asserting that the funds are being used appropriately and that the meals provided meet nutritional standards. The situation has raised concerns about transparency and accountability within the sheriff's department, prompting calls for a thorough audit and potential reforms to ensure proper use of public funds.

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