"OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) -- Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell announced he's stepping down after being on the job for less than two years. He submitted a letter of intent to resign to the city, effective Dec. 5. He was hired by former Mayor Sheng Thao to replace LeRonne Armstrong, who was fired in early 2023. The 35-year police veteran was previously the chief of police in Lubbock, Texas."
""It has been an honor to serve the Oakland community, and I am grateful for the support I've received from the residents," Chief Mitchell said. "I'm incredibly proud of the men and women of this Department and the collaborative working relationships forged with the community and business owners to reduce crime. My commitment over the weeks ahead is to help ensure a smooth transition and continue to keep Oakland safe.""
Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell submitted a letter of intent to resign, effective Dec. 5, after serving less than two years as chief. Mitchell was hired by former Mayor Sheng Thao to replace LeRonne Armstrong, who was fired in early 2023. Mitchell is a 35-year law enforcement veteran who previously served as chief of police in Lubbock, Texas. Mitchell expressed gratitude for resident support, praised the department's personnel and collaborative relationships with community members and business owners to reduce crime, and pledged to help ensure a smooth transition while keeping Oakland safe.
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