(St. John’s) November 9, 2017 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is pleased to announce the promotion of seven commissioned officers to the ranks of Deputy Chief, Superintendent, and Inspector within the organization following a competitive selection process.

• Inspector Paul F. Woodruff has been promoted to the rank of Deputy Chief of Police.
• Inspector Shawn C. O’Reilly has been promoted to the rank of Superintendent.
• Inspector Edmund A. Oates has been promoted to the rank of Superintendent.

Additionally, the following Sergeants have been promoted as new commissioned officers to the rank of Inspector:

• Sergeant B. Paul Roche
• Sergeant F. Alexander Brennan
• Sergeant Sharon B. Warren
• Sergeant Thomas G. Warren

Chief Joe Boland congratulates these seven police officers and welcomes them to his management team. “They have each demonstrated their tremendous passion and dedication to their community and have an enormous amount of knowledge and experience. Through continued partnerships with our stakeholders, these new commissioned officers will ensure that we continue to build safe and healthier communities.” – Chief Joe Boland

 

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