New Chicago Police Chief Accused of Selling Guns from Investigations
Earl D. Mayo, the newly appointed police chief of New Chicago, is facing serious allegations of misconduct. According to charges filed, Mayo is accused of stealing firearms that were confiscated during police investigations and selling them to a pawn shop in Hobart. Additionally, he is charged with possessing anabolic steroids. The charges include seven felonies such as theft, official misconduct, and obstruction of justice, along with a misdemeanor theft count. Mayo was arrested in Clark County, Ohio, and is awaiting extradition to Lake County. The investigation began in late April when a firearms trace revealed that a gun seized as evidence was sold at a pawn shop. Mayo allegedly attempted to cover up the sales by asking another officer to retrieve the firearms and suppressors from his residence. Tanika Roshawn Borders, an alleged accomplice, faces charges for assisting Mayo and attempting to destroy evidence. 
