Louisville’s police chief, Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel, resigned after less than a year on the job following a sexual harassment scandal and the mishandled arrest of golfer Scottie Scheffler.

Gwinn-Villaroel resigned after being suspended for mishandling a sexual harassment claim against Major Brian Kuriger. During a May 22 meeting, she promoted Kuriger shortly after Major Shannon Lauder accused him of harassment and assault.

In an audio recording obtained by USA Today, Gwinn-Villaroel’s response to Lauder was described as “aggressive” and “threatening.” Lauder’s attorney, Jared Smith, revealed ongoing investigations into allegations spanning four years.

Following the scandal, two more LMPD officers filed sexual harassment lawsuits. Officer Christine Silk accused her field training officer, Justin LeMon, of sending unsolicited nude photos.

Gwinn-Villaroel also faced criticism over the botched arrest of Scottie Scheffler during the PGA Championships. Charges against Scheffler were dismissed after video evidence showed he did not assault the officer as claimed.

Detective Bryan Gillis, involved in Scheffler’s arrest, failed to have his body camera on, violating protocol.

Mayor Craig Greenberg announced Gwinn-Villaroel’s resignation, calling the alleged conduct “unacceptable and inexcusable.” He confirmed ongoing investigations into the harassment claims and appointed Paul Humphrey as interim chief.

Humphrey is the fourth interim chief since 2020, following a series of LMPD scandals, including the March 2020 killing of Breonna Taylor.