Mismanagement Allegations Slapped Against Police Chief Of Small Maryland Town: Report

The police chief of an embattled Maryland department has been suspended with pay amid an investigation into accusations of mismanagement of personnel — two years after he was probed for misconduct, NBC Washington reports.

Devan Martin
Photo Credit: *Devan Martin LinkedIn photo (original source unclear)*

Cecilia Levine

05/03/2022 12:40 p.m.

The investigation into Seat Pleasant's Devan Martin comes after City Council received a complaint saying the five-year chief was not managing his officers properly, the outlet said.

Martin defended one of his officers seen using foul language and use of force in dash and bodycam footage obtained by News4.

Daily Voice's request for comment was not immediately returned by Seat Pleasant police. Martin told News4 he could not comment.

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