Upper Darby police announce new interim superintendent

UPPER DARBY, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- The Upper Darby Police Department announced a new interim superintendent on Monday.

"Congrats to interim Superintendent Timothy Bernhardt," the department said in a tweet.

Bernhardt was previously the lieutenant of the Narcotics Division.

The leadership change comes after the announcement of Upper Darby Police Superintendent Mike Chitwood's retirement.

• EXCLUSIVE: Upper Darby Police Superintendent Mike Chitwood retiring after 55 years

Chitwood is retiring his badge after 55 years in law enforcement. His last day with the department is December 1.