NYPD Chief of Department John Chell is expected to put in his retirement papers as early as Wednesday – and is seeking a disability pension, law enforcement sources said.

Chell is exiting the department after serving as the highest ranking uniformed officer since the start of the year and helping oversee a notable drop in major crime since the city grappled with post-pandemic highs.

He’s filing for a disability pension after he suffered an ankle injury on-duty at Randall’s Island last year, sources said. 3

The outspoken and sometimes controversial Chell would obtain 75% of his salary for the rest of his life if he’s approved for that type of benefit.

He made about $276,000 last year, the Daily News reported.

He’s expected to retire when the pension board meets this Wednesday, ac

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