Austin police chief abruptly retires amid staffing shortages, lack of police union contract
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Austin, Texas chief of police Joseph Chacon announced his retirement on Monday, amid staffing shortages, the lack of a police union contract and an unsupportive city council.
"This is one of the hardest messages that I’ve ever had to write," he said. "A few months ago, I began seriously considering retirement and after long conversations with my wife and family, and thoughtful prayer, I have now made the decision that the moment is right to hang it up on a 25-year career with APD." Greg Wehner is a breaking news reporter for Fox News Digital.
Chacon added that he never thought it possible to become chief of police, though it has been the "pinnacle" of his career and an "absolute honor."
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