Entire Police Department Resigns in Small South Carolina Town

The Town of McColl, South Carolina, is without its local police presence since Police Chief Bob Hale and the four officers who served under him resigned en masse late last week.

In a Facebook post on Nov. 21, Hale cited a hostile work environment where he endured “unwanted and malicious behavior.”

He cited resistance from the City Council to modernize the department’s equipment and provide proper funding. And said that leaving is the only way to shed light on the issues the department faces, South Carolina Public Radio reports.

Almost as soon as Hale left, the four officers serving under him tendered their resignations as well.

The Post & Courier reports the town is searching for a new police chief, as well as new officers. In the meantime, the Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office is stepping in to assist with issues.