Mount Pleasant Town Council addressed communication gaps with town leadership after the firing of ten police officers for allegedly cheating on a South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy exam. Councilman Daniel Brownstein voiced concerns over being kept uninformed initially.
Investigation Overview
Police Chief Mark Arnold stated an internal probe began after a tip, first terminating two officers, then eight more for providing or receiving test answers. The terminated officers can appeal through the academy, and names/dates remain undisclosed.
Council Response
During a retreat’s executive session, council passed a motion mandating the town administrator and police chief update them on developments. Brownstein stressed better transparency for effective oversight.​
Broader Context
The scandal has sparked rumors of wider involvement, including up to 27 officers and higher ranks per some sources, though only ten terminations are confirmed.
