NORFOLK, Va. – Command Master Chief James Roberts was relieved of his duties by Capt. Derek Granger after findings from an investigation said he fostered a toxic work environment.
The investigation also found Roberts failed to follow Navy regulations and command instructions.
Roberts has served as the guided-missile destroyer, USS Laboon (DDG 58), command master chief since September 26, 2014. He has been temporarily reassigned to Commander, Naval Surface Force, Atlantic.
The new command master chief is not yet identified.
