Peoria Mayor Jason Beck has ended his silence over the city council's request for Vice Mayor Denette Dunn to resign, accusing her of trying to cover up her involvement with a family friend who is a sex offender, convicted of crimes 40 years ago.
Derek Karl Lawson, 63, was not registered as a sex offender at the time he had taken residence at her home, but has since registered, according to a report from Peoria Police.
Dunn said she has formally filed a complaint with the Arizona Attorney General’s office for an open meeting law violation, which she claims Beck committed in his attempt to hold an executive session regarding her council seat.
