The grocery chain has announced it will replace them with security guards.
Kroger HR representatives held a meeting to tell the police officers Wednesday evening.
We spoke with several officers afterwards who say it's not right and it's not safe.
Kroger has announced it plans to terminate 73 undercover police officers from its 29 stores throughout Greater Dayton and replace those positions with uniformed and armed security guards.
Those on the chopping block say its a risky move.
"The value, the expertise, the professionalism, the level of training
with doing their jobs at local stores. I don't think they will be matched with a security guard in uniform sitting at a front door," said Bryan Statzer, Law Enforcement Officer.
As it stands, local law enforcement agencies are not allowed to be in uniform when off-duty.
Therefore, a spokeswoman with Kroger told 2News in an oral statement the corporation would be partnering with Columbus based U.S Protection Service for future security.
Saying quote Kroger is changing how its managing its security. We believe our customers feel safer with a uniformed officer, end quote.
U.S Protection Service was not available for comment in terms of certifications and training.
Source:kdtn
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