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Police Chief Resigns Amid Sexual Battery Charges | Cleveland News
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- Jul 6, 2026
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Summary
Ohio police chief Chad Essert has resigned amid explosive allegations of decades-long sexual misconduct, including 56 counts of sexual battery and 14 counts involving a minor, dating back to 2005. The accusations emerged during his time coaching Young Marines and teaching at Scarlet Oaks High School, with incidents spanning multiple counties. Essert, appointed chief in 2021, was arrested in Florida earlier this month and returned to Ohio to face charges. His lawyer denies all claims as baseless, while prosecutors paint a damning picture of years of abuse. A hearing to formally remove him is scheduled for July 2026, as the community watches this high-profile scandal unfold. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/eac613c4febc040f