Walthourville chief to be back on job Monday
Quarterman disputes some allegations by city


Walthourville Police Chief Bernie Quarterman is back on duty Monday after serving a three-day suspension, according to a statement, released Thursday, from City Clerk Melissa Jones, who is also the city’s human resources administrator.Jones’ statement said Quarterman, who was suspended Nov. 11 by Mayor Daisy Pray, “admitted” responsibility for violating the city’s process for approving overtime. Quarterman, who filed a federal “whistleblower complaint” against the city through the Occupational Health and Safety Administration days prior to his suspension, said he was told of the suspension by WPD Sgt. Stephen Wright and turned in his badge and gun. Quarterman has claimed he and his officers face a hostile work environment and the city did not have adequate police protection at night.
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