WPTV

FORT PIERCE, Fla. — The Fort Pierce Police Officers Union announced in a Wednesday Facebook post that they would like the city to select acting Deputy Chief Caleb Gillette to become the next chief of police.

Their announcement comes two days after WPTV reporter Ethan Stein published records showing a divide among officers on whether the city should hire an outside or internal candidate.

The chief position has remained permanently unfilled since Police Chief Diane Hobley-Burnley resigned in May. Her resignation came after a report made an extensive request for recommendations for the agency, even though it found the agency performed quality law enforcement services.

"Acting Deputy Chief Gillette brings not only deep experience but also a proven vision for the continue

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