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Philly sheriff used money meant to hire deputies for executive raises, tried to double her salary to $285K

The Sheriff's Office told City Council it needs another $2 million. But records show last year's money for new hires was quietly redirected to boost salaries of executive staff.

Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal, shown here at a May 2021 news conference speaking in support of District Attorney Larry Krasner, was in line to received a 105% raise under a plan that was rejected by city finance officials. Some of her top staff still got hefty pay bumps.
Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal, shown here at a May 2021 news conference speaking in support of District Attorney Larry Krasner, was in line to received a 105% raise under a plan that was rejected by city finance officials. Some of her top staff still got hefty pay bumps.Read moreTYGER WILLIAMS / Staff Photographer