No CCW certification

YOUNGSTOWN

An investigation by the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office into Phil Chance Jr., a former city police officer, revealed he has been conducting concealed-carry training despite not having active certification to do so, according to 21 WFMJ-TV, The Vindicator’s broadcast partner.

Chance’s certification has been invalid since 2010, but the reason why has not been disclosed.

Up to 700 CCW permits issued by Chance to people in counties, including Mahoning, Trumbull and Stark, could be suspended or revoked.

The Bureau of Criminal Investigation has been investigating the situation since early January. Chance may face criminal charges.