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Entire S.C. police force resigns, alleging ‘toxic work environment’

Entire S.C. police force resigns, alleging ‘toxic work environment’

By Joanna Putman
Police1

McCOLL, S.C. — The town of McColl is without a police force after Chief Bob Hale and all other officers resigned, citing a toxic work environment and significant budget cuts imposed by the town council, WMBF reported.

Hale, who served just over a year in the role, confirmed his resignation on Nov. 21, according to the report. He accused the town council of creating a hostile workplace and undermining the department’s operations. Former investigator Courtney Bulusan echoed these concerns, stating she faced constant challenges due to a lack of tools and equipment, including unreliable patrol vehicles.

“At the end of the day, I have a family. And when my job is constantly getting threatened, I’m not going to stay somewhere and tolerate that,” Bulusan said. “I’m not going to stay where I’m tolerated. I’m going to go where I’m celebrated.”

Bulusan emphasized that her resignation was not a reflection on the community, expressing hope that McColl would take the necessary steps to maintain public safety, according to the report.

Mayor George Garner declined to address the allegations made by the former officers but acknowledged the loss.

“I hate to see them go. They were a great group. But we’re going to continue on,” Garner said.

Garner assured residents that the Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office would provide coverage while the town searches for a new police chief.

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