The chief of Williamston Police Department resigned Tuesday after nearly a decade leading the agency. Chief Tony Taylor said he is going to “seek better opportunities”, after serving as the Anderson County town’s police chief since 2013. Captain Kevin Marsee was appointed as interim chief while the search for a replacement begins.
Below is the release from the Williamston Police Dept.
Tony C. Taylor has resigned as chief of police to seek better opportunities. The Mayor and Council of the Town of Williamston accepted the resignation of Police Chief Tony Taylor on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 pursuant to a letter to Mayor Rockey Burgess.
Taylor assumed the leadership role as Chief of Police in January, 2013 and has fulfilled nine years of faithful and dedicated service to the Williamston Police Department, the town, and its residents. Under his leadership, the department has transitioned into a professional agency to be admired. Some of his achievements included introducing more technology into police procedures and updating "antiquated" policies in favor of endeavoring toward police accreditation and accountability.
Mayor Rockey Burgess is quoted as stating “Please join me in wishing Tony Taylor the very best in all of his future endeavors. His service to the town will be missed and the town is better because he has made a positive difference. Thank you Chief Taylor for your many years of faithful and dedicated service to our town."
Captain Kevin Marsee was appointed by Mayor Burgess as Interim Chief until a search for a new chief may begin.