Seaford Police Chief resigns

SEAFORD, Del. – 47 ABC has learned that the Chief of Police for the City of Seaford has submitted his resignation.

Seaford officials tell us that Chief Robert Kracyla turned his resignation into the City Manager on Monday. According to his resignation, he has received a new opportunity that is closer to his family.

“We are sorry we didn’t have Chief with us longer here in Seaford, but we certainly understand how important family is to him and we are happy he will have the opportunity to serve closer to them. We have a great leadership team in place at the Seaford Police Department. We are confident in the men and women at the department, who will continue the mission to serve, as they have over the past year. Seaford will continue to be proactive against crime and drugs, as well as continued commitment to our community,” said Seaford Mayor David Genshaw in a statement.

During Kracyla’s time in the department, officer visibility has been up significantly, resulting in lower crime numbers. Officers have also used social media to gain the community’s help in solving crimes.

Charles Anderson, City Manager, commented “Chief Kracyla will be missed by our entire community, both residents and business owners alike. We have the highest confidence in the men and women of the Seaford Police Department and 911 Center to not only carry on the initiatives that the Chief started, but improve them with professional service and community connection. On behalf of the employees of the city, we would like to wish Rob the best of luck in his new endeavor.”

“I certainly have enjoyed being a part of the Seaford family and I am grateful for the opportunity to have served as your Police Chief for almost a year. I feel we as a City of Seaford team have attained some distinguished accomplishments which I am so proud to have been a part of,” commented Chief Kracyla.

Kracyla’s last day on the job will be March 1st.