San Juniper Police Commission News Release

August 31, 2018                                                                (555) 236-1405

POLICE COMMISSION ANNOUNCES SELECTION OF NEW CHIEF OF POLICE

San Juniper, CA - The San Juniper County Board of Police Commissioners, in cooperation with the Office of the Inspector General, have concluded their preliminary internal investigation into the misconduct allegations against suspended Police Chief Denton Demoraliz and have determined that the evidence presented is sufficient to fully terminate his employment with the SJPD effective immediately. Further inquiry will continue, via a Special Investigations Unit, to determine the extent of criminal charges that may be levied against Mr. Demoraliz.

The members of the commission have selected Ms. Betty Plush to serve as the new Chief of Police. She will assume her new role immediately, reporting directly to the Board of Police Commissioners and overseeing all staff within the San Juniper Police Department.

"Ms. Plush has been an essential part of our investigation into the corrupt and toxic environment being fostered by her predecessor's administration, and brings invaluable experience with the unconventional culture and challenges facing the city of San Juniper," stated Commission President Steve Soboroff. "We are confident that her leadership skills displayed under adverse conditions will carry over seamlessly to her new role."