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Funded by federal grant, the position will help improve outcomes for victims and bridge the gap between the department and the community The Somerset Police Department has announced the creation of a new Victim Support Specialist position, marking … [Read more...] about Somerset Police Department creates first-ever victim support position

If passed, ordinance would prohibit standing in medians, approaching vehicles In response to growing concerns about pedestrians standing in medians and approaching traveling vehicles on local roadways, Somerset Mayor Alan Keck brought an ordinance … [Read more...] about Somerset mayor proposes ordinance to address safety concerns created by panhandling

William Hunt led Somerset Police Department for seven years, continuously advocating for his staff and serving his community Following a 30-year career in law enforcement encompassing an extensive list of community service and professional … [Read more...] about Somerset police chief announces retirement

The Somerset Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Captain Josh Wesley to the rank of major and position of assistant chief.Major Wesley began his service with SPD in 2006 and has served in multiple roles in his time with the … [Read more...] about Somerset Police names new assistant chief

COVINGTON, KENTUCKY (July 22, 2023) — Four Somerset Police Department leaders attended the annual Diversity Law Enforcement Symposium July 18 hosted by the Northern Kentucky Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People … [Read more...] about Somerset Police leaders attend NAACP Diversity Law Enforcement Symposium

State Association of Chiefs of Police midyear meeting focuses on critical issues facing law enforcement community Two members of Somerset Police Department's leadership team traveled to the nation’s capital last week to discuss critical issues … [Read more...] about Somerset police chief, assistant chief attend D.C.-area conference