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West Virginia town fires entire police force after chief resigns, sergeant alleges evidence room break-in
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· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further information on this developing story can be found through FOX 26 Houston, which is following the situation in the West Virginia town. A West Virginia town has taken the drastic step of firing its entire police force after the police chief resigned.
A West Virginia town has taken the drastic step of firing its entire police force after the police chief resigned. This move follows allegations of a break-in at the evidence room, made by a sergeant.
Details of the situation are limited, but it is known that local residents are pushing back against the decision. A petition has been started, calling for transparency and the reinstatement of the former police chief.
Further information on this developing story can be found through FOX 26 Houston, which is following the situation in the West Virginia town.
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Category: safety Published: July 9, 2026 Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) Reading time: 1 min
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