Entire Midlands Police Force Quits All at Once

North, SC (WLTX) - For 14 years and through two different mayors, Mark Fallaw was the police chief for the town of North. That career came to an end on December 1 when he resigned, stating issues with the new mayor, Patty Carson.

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"For her to be directing procedures that were contrary to national standards, that was going to cause a problem," said Fallaw. "So I just said it was best for me probably to step down." Fallaw says Carson issued a gag order on the department saying they were not able to speak to media members and she would handle all requests. Fallaw says the new mayor also requested a two-week notice on any public appearances and also wanted to monitor incoming and outgoing department emails. More...

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