Barrackville disbands police force following chief's resignation and evidence room allegations

West Virginia's Barrackville fired its entire police force after the chief resigned, following allegations of council interference and an evidence room break-in. The police chief resigned citing a hostile work environment and directives violating state law. A sergeant alleged town officials entered the evidence room without authorization. Residents have started a petition demanding transparency and the reinstatement of the police chief, citing government overreach by the newly elected council.