MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. (WNDU) – According to our reporting partners at WNDU, there will be a new police chief in Michigan City soon, as a change is being made in the ranks.
Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch says the city’s current police chief, Marty Corley, will return to the rank and file, and Steve Forker, the current chief of operations, will be appointed the new chief on Sept. 14.
The mayor said it was a tough decision, and she thanked Chief Corley for his service and leadership to the city.
“Chief Corley has served this community with dedication, passion, and commitment over many years,” said Mayor Nelson Deuitch in a news release. “He is one of the most engaged leaders in Michigan City, balancing his work in law enforcement with service on the school board and several community organizations. I want to personally thank him for his years of leadership and commitment to this city. While this was a difficult decision, the demands of the Chief’s office require singular focus, especially during this important moment for our city.”
According to Mayor Nelson Deuitch, the city wants to strengthen public safety, accountability and communication with its residents.
“This is a new chapter for the Michigan City Police Department,” the mayor said. “Together, with Chief Forker, our officers, and our residents, we will continue working toward a safer, stronger, and more vibrant Michigan City.”
Chief Corley issued a statement following the mayor’s announcement, saying in part he understands the decision and is deeply committed to serving the city in his new role.
“I want to thank Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch for the opportunity to serve as Chief of Police for the City of Michigan City. It has been one of the greatest honors of my career to lead the men and women of the Michigan City Police Department and to serve this community that I deeply care about.
I understand the Mayor’s decision to move in a new direction for the department. The position of Chief demands one be fully absorbed in the role, and I respect the Mayor’s judgment that this change is in the best interest of the City at this time.
Moving forward, I remain committed to serving the people of Michigan City in my continued role as a Sergeant with the MCPD, and I will support Chief Forker and the leadership team as they take the department forward.
Michigan City is my home, and my dedication to this community and its future will never change.”
