New appointments to Royal Newfoundland Constabulary

NLIS 1
August 3, 2006
(Justice)

Justice Minister and Attorney General Tom Marshall today announced appointments to senior positions within the ranks of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary.

Former Superintendent William Brown has been appointed Deputy Chief. He is filling the position made vacant by the appointment of Joe Browne as Chief of Police.

Inspector Robert Garland has been appointed superintendent. While he will be based in Corner Brook, he assumes responsibility for both the Corner Brook and Labrador West districts.

James Carroll, June Layden, Brian Dowden and John House have been appointed to inspector positions in St. John�s. Cal Barrett has been made an inspector in Corner Brook and Brian Cranford an inspector for Labrador West.

Minister Marshall said having qualified police officers permanently in place will ensure the people of the Northeast Avalon, Corner Brook and Labrador West are receiving the best possible policing services. "The Williams government has been working diligently to provide both the RNC and the RCMP with the appropriate amount of resources to effectively police this province," said Minister Marshall. "In Budget 2006 alone we invested an unprecedented $10 million and will continue to make sound investments to ensure our police forces are leaders throughout the country.

"I would like to congratulate each of these individuals on their well-deserved appointments. I look forward to working with all members of the RNC to ensure Newfoundlanders and Labradorians continue to feel safe and secure in their communities."

Chief Joe Browne said he welcomes these new additions to his management team. "Each appointee possesses the knowledge, skills and ability to effectively perform in these new roles and we expect transitions to be seamless," said Chief Browne.

Media contact: Bill Hickey, Communications, (709) 729-6985, 691-6390

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