# City Council investigates sheriff's office

> Philadelphia City Council will investigate but not eliminate embattled sheriff's office after $20 million in mismanaged funds.
- Title: City Council investigates sheriff's office · PhillyVoice
- Summary: Philadelphia City Council will investigate but not eliminate embattled sheriff's office after $20 million in mismanaged funds.
- Keywords: philadelphia city council, sheriff's office, kenny johnson, rochelle bilal, 20 million, mismanaged funds, investigation, reform, PhillyVoice
- Source: PhillyVoice — https://phillyvoice.com/city-council-hearings-philadelphia-sheriffs-office
- Published: 2026-11-12T22:11:51.014+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: philadelphia city council, sheriff's office, kenny johnson, rochelle bilal, 20 million, mismanaged funds, investigation, reform, news, local
## City Council investigation
Philadelphia City Council will hold hearing to investigate the embattled sheriff's office following reports of $20 million in mismanaged funds.
## Sheriff's office scandals
Sheriff Rochelle Bilal faces criticism over fake AI news stories, missing guns, and bidders not receiving deeds for over a year.
## Audit findings
An internal audit discovered $20 million in misplaced funds from sales proceeds that should have been disbursed to taxpayers.
## Council resolution
Council President Kenyatta Johnson called for hearings to restore public confidence in the sheriff's office.
## Investigation scope
The hearings will focus on everyday operations and efficiency of the sheriff's office without eliminating it.
## Past issues
Former Sheriff Jewell Williams faced lawsuits over sexual harassment and discrimination claims.
## Employee transfers
Two high-ranking employees were transferred after filing complaints against former sheriff Williams.
## Council stance
Johnson stated the goal is to reform the sheriff's office in partnership with the sheriff and stakeholders.
## Key takeaway

Philadelphia City Council will investigate the sheriff's office for mismanaged funds but not eliminate it.