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Police Chief Melissa Hyatt announced on Wednesday, Nov. 16 that she will be stepping down at the end of County Executive Johnny Olszewski's first term after becoming the county's first female police chief in June 2019.
In a statement, Hyatt said that her last day on the job on Sunday, Dec. 4.
“Police chiefs are appointed for finite terms in order to accomplish specific goals and objectives of County leadership,” she said. "With the end of my term quickly approaching, I am both saddened to be leaving my Baltimore County family and excited to see what the future holds.”
Hyatt added that "during my time as chief, we worked through challenging times,” she continued. “I am so very proud of our many accomplishments, including initiatives that sharpened our focus on community trust, public safety, and officer wellness.”
Olszewski’s office said that the county will move forward with a national search to locate her successor.
“I want to personally thank every police officer, professional staff member, and community member who supported this important work,” Hyatt’s statement concluded. “As a result, this agency is better equipped to face the future and serve our much-deserving county.
“I wish nothing but the best for the Baltimore County Police Department and our entire community.”
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