Raleigh's next police chief will be a 25-year veteran of the Raleigh Police Department
Raleigh's next police chief will be someone who has spent their entire career at the Raleigh Police Department. Why it matters: Rico Boyce, RPD's current deputy chief, will immediately replace outgoing police chief Estella Patterson on March 1,
Rico Boyce named new Raleigh Police Department Chief as Patterson exits
Boyce is a 25-year member of RPD. He started as a patrol officer in Raleigh's Southeast District and advanced to the rank of Deputy Chief. He takes over from Chief Estella Patterson, who is retiring March 1 after serving the city of Raleigh for three years.
3 Raleigh police chief finalists make their case to the public. Here’s what they said
Residents heard from Rico Boyce, Sonia J. Russell and Joshua Wallace on Monday night. They want to be Raleigh’s next police chief.
Meet the three finalists for Raleigh police chief
Raleigh residents were able to meet the city's three candidates for police chief on Monday at the Martin Marietta Center for Performing Arts.
Community can meet final candidates for Raleigh’s next police chief Monday night
We need someone that has continuity, that’s going to continue the great work and the strides we have made in this city,” says outgoing Chief Estella Patterson.
Raleigh picks department veteran for its next police chief
I am excited to continue serving the greatest officers in the world while building lasting relationships with our amazing community members,” he said.
'He's one of us:' Rico Boyce named Raleigh police chief
The Raleigh Police Department has a new leader with a familiar face. Rico Boyce was promoted Friday from deputy chief to chief of police. He has been on the force for 25 years.
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Law enforcement celebrates retiring Raleigh PD Chief Estella Patterson
Friday is the last full day on the job for Raleigh's top cop.After 28 years in law enforcement, Chief Estella Patterson is set to retire Saturday.The law enforcement community are celebrating Chief ...
What did city officials know about the 3 finalists for Raleigh police chief?
The Raleigh City Council can provide input on the police chief candidates, but it is up to the city manager to hire department heads. The council only hires for three positions: the city clerk, the ...
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2 dead, police officer in critical condition at hospital after shootout in south Raleigh
One man police referred to as the suspect died at the scene. Police Chief Estella Patterson announced the second man’s death at a brief news conference at 11:30 p.m. Tuesday, declining to ...
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Raleigh Police Chief Estella Patterson reflects on career as retirement looms: 'Nervous but good'
Calling Raleigh a "fantastic city," retiring police chief Estella Patterson expressed gratitude for the experience and ...