South Charleston Police Chief Brad Rinehart Retires After More Than 19 Years

Charleston Huntington, WV, October 15, 2026 —

South Charleston Police Chief Brad Rinehart has retired after serving in the position for more than 19 years. He was honored at a City Council meeting, where he received a commemorative key to the city.

The recognition marked Rinehart’s departure from the police chief position, according to the information provided. No date for his retirement or the council meeting was specified. The circumstances of his retirement and details about his career were also not provided.

The available information does not identify who will succeed Rinehart, whether an interim chief has been appointed, or what the next steps are for the department’s leadership. It also does not include remarks from Rinehart, council members or other city officials about his service or retirement.

The commemorative key was presented at a City Council meeting as an honor. No additional details were provided about the presentation, including who presented the key or whether other recognition accompanied it.

Rinehart had held the police chief position for more than 19 years before retiring. Further information about his tenure, the timing of the transition and any plans for the department was not included in the summary. The information provided establishes the retirement and the council’s recognition, but does not describe the broader leadership transition.

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