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Police chief outlines steps to restore 24/7 coverage; officer to leave June 12
Summary
Chief Adam Titchnell told council he is reviewing staffing, operations and equipment needs to restore 24/7 coverage. He reported efforts to acquire Tasers and ballistic vests, noted low applicant numbers, and said Officer Murphy's last day is June 12, 2026.
Police Chief Adam Titchnell reported that he is reviewing departmental operations, staffing needs and equipment inventories to restore consistent 24/7 police coverage in Nutter Fort. Chief Titchnell said efforts are underway to obtain Tasers and ballistic vests, and he plans to discuss hiring procedures with the Police Civil Service Commission because the department has seen a low number of applicants.
Chief Titchnell also reported that Officer Murphy’s last day with the department is June 12, 2026, and that the department has handled about 59 calls since the previous council meeting. Councilors did not take immediate action on staffing at the June 9 meeting but noted the upcoming Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for June 15, 2026.
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