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Montpelier Police Leadership Crisis | Montpelier News
Montpelier’s police force is in turmoil after four top officers, including the chief and deputy chief, resigned — leaving just eleven officers to handle calls and cover 24/7 shifts. Detective Sergeant Jeffrey Pearson, a veteran since 2009, is stepping in as interim chief. City officials warn response times will suffer, forcing tough prioritization. An outside firm is now searching for a permanent chief — a process that could take three to four months. This isn’t isolated: other Vermont towns like Williston and Burlington are also in the midst of leadership transitions, making it a statewide…
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