Dailyvoice iconDailyvoiceOct 17, 2026

Springfield Police Chief Placed On Administrative Leave, But Why Remains A Mystery

A police chief in one New Jersey town is facing formal charges, announced at a Township Committee meeting held largely behind closed doors on Friday, Oct. 16. Springfield Police Chief John Cook, who was sworn in in 2011, has been placed on administrative leave and Capt. Jonathan Rachel has…

Springfield Police Chief Placed On Administrative Leave, But Why Remains A Mystery

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