City Department Manager On Leave as LAPD Investigates Rape Allegations

Andrew Adelman, Manager of the Department of Building and Safety for Los Angeles, is currently under investigation for an alleged rape back in July. The LAPD is mum, but Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa reportedly sent a stern message placing him on administrative leaving.

The LAPD confirms that an investigation does involve a city employee but does not name anyone. "Because of the serious nature of the allegation and for reasons of confidentiality, no names will be released," a police statement read. "The Department will not be making any statements regarding this investigation. At the conclusion of the investigation the case will be presented to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office for filing consideration."

A message from reportedly from Villaraigosa was straight to the point: "It has recently come to my attention that you are the subject of an ongoing investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department," the mayor wrote. "You are being placed on administrative leave effective immediately. Please be reminded that your employment is at will and may be terminated at any time."