HONOLULU (KHON2) -- A chapter comes to a close as KPD Chief Todd Raybuck has announced he will retire in 2025. Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Raybuck came under fire earlier this year after allegedly leaving his service weapon in a bathroom stall. A survey found shortcomings in his leadership style, including a lack of trust among officers. How to plan your Thanksgiving alternatives SHOPO said in a statement that the department has struggled with officer morale and this announcement offers the opportunity for a fresh start. A new initiative helps military families stay connected "The men and women of the Kauai Police Department now have the opportunity for the fresh start that’s needed to mold KPD into a Department that can live up to its potential, is an engaging place to work for our professionals, and can retain our veteran officers and help attract new officers," SHOPO President Robert Cavaco said in a statement provided to KHON2. Raybuck did not specify his retirement date but said, "It has been a privilege for me to work with many great employees in KPD and across the County, this decision did not come easily."