Sherrif Christina Corpus, who holds the distinction of being the first woman to lead the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office since its establishment, finds herself at the center of a growing controversy.
Her troubles have doubled since Matthew Fox, the Assistant Sheriff of San Mateo County, has stepped down, according to a statement released Friday by the San Mateo County Deputy Sheriff’s Association.
Fox's sudden departure occurs against the backdrop of growing controversy surrounding Sheriff Christina Corpus. No details were shared regarding the reasons behind his resignation.
However, Mathew Fox was promoted to the position of Assistant Sherriff after Christina Corpus fired his predecessor, who allegedly assisted an independent investigation into claims of misconduct and power abuse in Christina Corpus's office, according to CBS News.
Earlier this week, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors urged Christina Corpus to resign following allegations of a hostile workplace environment, reportedly linked to claims involving her alleged romantic partner.
What did Christina Corpus allegedly do?
An independent investigative 400-page report by retired California Superior Court Judge LaDoris Cordell found charges of intimidation, retaliation, using racial and homophobic slurs, and conflicts of interest against Christina Corpus, according to a release from the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors, as reported by CBS News.
Corpus was also accused of having a personal relationship with her Chief of Staff Victor Aenlle. The report concluded with a recommendation that:
"Sheriff Corpus step down and that Victor Aenlle's employment by the sheriff's office be terminated immediately. Nothing short of new leadership can save this organization."
Supervisors Noelia Corzo and Ray Mueller on Tuesday, held a press conference to highlight the public release of the report.
Timeline of events that led to the release of the explosive report about Christina Corpus
According to ABC7News, here's a gist of the timeline of events as detailed in the 400-page report about Christina Corpus:
July 6, 2021: Christina Corpus announced her candidacy for San Mateo County Sheriff.
September 2021: Allegations of a personal relationship between Christina Corpus and Victor Aenlle surfaced, with witnesses citing intimate interactions.
January 2022: Christina Corpus and Aenlle’s relationship reportedly deepened, including the gifting of expensive earrings.
June 7, 2022: Christina Corpus became the first female and Latina sheriff of San Mateo County, defeating Carlos Bolanos.
August 2022: Aenlle joined Corpus’s transition team under a controversial contract.
September 21, 2022: Christina Corpus and Aenlle’s alleged Hawaii trip fueled rumors about their relationship.
October 21, 2022: County Manager Callagy confronted Christina Corpus over the trip, leading to Aenlle’s contract termination.
January 7, 2023: Corpus was sworn in as San Mateo County Sheriff.
January 31, 2023: Victor Aenlle received a $192,275 contract to assist Christina Corpus.
March 2023: Christina Corpus secured a second contract for Aenlle as 'Special Projects Coordinator.'
June 2023: Aenlle was appointed as 'Executive Director of Administration', a post specially created by Corpus with a $246,979 salary.
July 10, 2024: An independent investigation into Christina Corpus’s administration was launched.
September 20, 2024: Assistant Sheriff Ryan Monaghan was fired, raising concerns of retaliation.
September 23, 2024: Christina Corpus accused officials of bullying and inappropriate conduct.
September 25, 2024: Aenlle was interviewed during the investigation.
November 12, 2024: An independent report accused Corpus of misconduct, recommending her resignation. Christina Corpus denied the claims.
November 13, 2024: The Deputy Sheriff’s Union condemned Christina Corpus’s actions, and the Board of Supervisors issued a 'no confidence' vote.
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November 14, 2024: The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors discussed a charter amendment to enable Sheriff Christina Corpus's removal.
November 15, 2024: Assistant Sheriff Matthew Fox and a captain resigned following controversies.
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