Multiple Bethany Beach Police Officers dismissed for misuse of funds

BETHANY BEACH, Del. – The town of Bethany Beach say they have dismissed the Police Chief and second command for misuse of federal and state grant funds for payment of overtime by police department personnel.

The town’s internal investigation concluded with the dismissal of Police Chief Michael Redmon and his immediate subordinate, Captain Darin Cathell.

The town says that no other Police Department personnel have been involved with the issue.

The town and police department commented on social media that they are beyond “saddened, shocked and surprised” on behalf of the two police officers misconduct.

The matter has been referred to the federal and state law enforcement authorities for review.