2DC police chief Pamela Smith steps down after historic tenure leading MPD

Washington, DC — Chief Pamela A. Smith announced her resignation on Monday, ending her tenure as the head of the Metropolitan Police Department after a period marked by both high-profile challenges and major milestones for the nation’s capital.

In a formal statement released Monday morning, Smith expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to serve as DC’s top cop, calling it “the greatest honor of my career.” She thanked Mayor Muriel Bowser and the DC Council for their support and praised the residents of the city for their trust and resilience.

Smith did not specify a timeline for her departure or provide details about her next steps, but emphasized confidence in the department’s direction. She acknowledged t

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