Seal Beach police chief on paid leave

The Sun has confirmed that Seal Beach Chief of Police Joe Stilinovich has been placed on non-disciplinary paid administrative leave, and police commander Joe Miller is the acting chief of police. The chief of police reports to City Manager Jill Ingram and such an action would require Ingram’s approval. The city has not released a statement, but is expected to do so. No other details are available, but the Sun will provide an update as new information becomes available, and will continue following and reporting the story.