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Mayor James Becker believes the village would do fine without Craig Beach Police and the resignations will not impact public safety or response times. The Mahoning County Sheriff's Department oversees 60% of Craig Beach calls.
The Craig Beach (Ohio) Police Department announced the resignation of its chief and five other officers including a lieutenant and commander on Tuesday, April 8.
Police Chief Kyle Pettus, Commander Crystal Casterline, Lt. Richard Johnson, Sergeants Renatta Griffith, and Michael Hudson, and Patrolman Ernest Hudson have resigned from the police department, citing disagreements and a lack of support from Craig Beach leaders.
Sergeant Renatta Griffith told 21 News on Tuesday they constantly feel disrespected and micromanaged by the village council. For example, CBPD says they were trying to raise funds for a new patrol vehicle, something Mayor James Becker says is illegal. While the council agrees new vehicles aren't necessary, the department doesn't feel supported.
The council claims the department spent an excessive amount of money in recent weeks. Council added they've been more than generous with the department's requests. The police department is appropriated $60k annually, according to the council.
Mayor James Becker believes the village would do fine without Craig Beach Police and the resignations will not impact public safety or response times. The Mahoning County Sheriff's Department oversees 60% of Craig Beach calls, according to Mayor Becker.