Richland Center Police Chief Lucas Clements resigned from the city police department on Monday. The Police Commission unanimously approved the move at its meeting last night. Clements was charged with three counts of sexual assault and one count of theft on Tuesday for an incident in June, when he was accused of groping a bartender and stealing her tips. Clements has been on paid leave with the department since late June. In his first scheduled court appearance Friday, Clements’ lawyer entered not guilt pleas on his behalf. His next court hearing is scheduled for December 13th. The police commission will begin searching for a replacement chief immediately. In the interim, acting Chief Billy Jones will continue in his role.
