Dayton police chief notifies city of intention to leave department
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Key Points:
- Dayton Police Chief Kamran Afzal has informed the city of his intention to resign to take a police-related job in Greensboro, North Carolina, though the transition is not yet official due to ongoing hiring procedures.
- Afzal was appointed Dayton’s police chief in late 2021 with a five-year commitment and has served about four and a half years of his term.
- Dayton City Manager Shelley Dickstein confirmed acceptance of Afzal's resignation and stated the city is beginning preparations to find his replacement.
- The Dayton police union has not yet received official communication regarding Afzal’s potential departure, and Greensboro officials have not provided a formal response.
- The hiring process for Afzal’s new position includes background checks and administrative steps, so a formal contract has not been signed.
