MANCHESTER, Mo. – The City of Manchester announced police chief Scott Will’s resignation following an internal investigation.
The City of Manchester announced Will’s resignation in a news release on Monday. His resignation will take effect on August 31.
According to the city of Manchester, he will receive payment of his salary, health benefits, and compensation for vacation leave through August 31.
Despite the resignation details being public record, the news release said the findings of the investigation remain closed and confidential under the Missouri Sunshine Law.
Will was placed on administrative leave in July amid the investigation, and Lt. Ed Skaggs was appointed as the city’s acting police chief.
The city of Manchester said they are now searching for a new police chief with input from city stakeholders, elected officials, and staff.