Washington Mayor Launches Search for New Police Chief Amidst Police Shortage

Washington Mayor Launches Search for New Police Chief Amidst Police Shortage
Metropolitan Police Chief Robert Contee III walks to speak with reporters in Washington, on April 11, 2023. Alex Brandon/AP Photo
Masooma Haq
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With violent crimes in the nation’s capital up from last year and a shortage of police officers, Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the retirement of Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) Chief Robert Contee and the search for his replacement.

“We will be launching a nationwide search for the next chief. We also know the MPD is in good hands because the chief has a motto that excellence is transferable,” said Bowser during a press conference on April 27.

Masooma Haq
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Masooma Haq began reporting for The Epoch Times from Pakistan in 2008. She currently covers a variety of topics including U.S. government, culture, and entertainment.
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