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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

Position helps develop legislative agenda and strategy for member cities and municipal agencies Somerset Police Chief William Hunt has been appointed to the Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) board of directors, serving as a representative of the law … [Read more...] about Somerset police chief joins Kentucky League of Cities board of directors

When we think about police officers, we often think about their tough side — the side that is fearless, displays unmatched courage and demands respect for the law. But there is another side. The human side. The side that cares deeply for the … [Read more...] about Faith, Honor, Protect: Marquita’s Story