Sanford police chief steps down temporarily amid criticism for handling of Trayvon Martin case
SANFORD, Fla. (MCT) — The police chief who for weeks has faced a firestorm of criticism over the shooting death of Trayvon Martin said Thursday that he is stepping down temporarily.
Bill Lee Jr., who became Sanford’s police chief in April after 27 years as a Seminole County deputy, said he is a “distraction” in the death of 17-year-old Trayvon.
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