A Bloomington Fire Captain has resigned after being charged with sexual misconduct charges.
Captain Robert Sears submitted his letter of resignation and retirement to the Administration Division of the Bloomington Fire Department Thursday. Sears' resignation is effective immediately.
Sears is charged with two Counts of Sexual Misconduct with a minor and Child Solicitation, which are both level 4 felonies.
"The actions of Robert Sears have shaken the Department and the community we serve," Chief Jason Moore said in a statement. "With his resignation, we will be able to quickly fill the vacancy his departure creates, allowing us to continue providing the excellent public safety services our community expects."
The Board of Public Safety originally scheduled a special session for Monday, but the group has cancelled the meeting, following Sears' resignation.
According to a press release, Sears is still entitled to receive his State pension.