FBI investigating hiring of Pat Coyne at Cuyahoga County coroner's office

With Henry J. Gomez / Plain Dealer Reporter

CLEVELAND-- The FBI is investigating whether Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Bill Mason forced the county coroner to hire a political ally, according to the sheriff's office.

Sheriff Bob Reid confirmed the investigation Friday in response to a Plain Dealer editorial urging his office to take action. Reid declined to comment beyond saying his office has consulted with the FBI.