Hamtramck's Police Chief Resigns After Placed On Leave

HAMTRAMCK (WWJ) - Hamtramck's Police Chief resigns days after he was placed on paid leave.

In a press release from the city, Maxwell Garbarino says he's proud of the service and leadership he has provided within the department and the timing is right for him to pursue other career opportunities.

There has been no word from the Hamtramck administration on why Garbarino was placed on paid leave initially.

City manager, Katrina Powell thanked Garbarino for his service and wished him well. She says the city will now start the search for a new police chief.

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