Outgoing LRPD interim chief will be part of legal professional common’s crew in 2023

Wayne Bewley, the interim police chief for the Little Rock Police Division who not too long ago introduced his retirement from the division, will function the chief of investigations for Legal professional Common-elect Tim Griffin in 2023, Griffin confirmed Thursday.

“Chief Bewley is a person of character and integrity who is extremely regarded across the metropolis, state and nation,” Griffin stated. “He brings professionalism and a wealth of legislation enforcement expertise — over 34 years as a police officer, investigator, supervisor, and chief. I’m honored and excited that he’s becoming a member of my crew.”

Bewley introduced on Wednesday his retirement from the LRPD after almost 4 many years of service. He began with the division as a 19-year-old cadet, and labored in numerous management roles, together with interim police chief twice.

Mayor Frank Scott Jr. introduced that Assistant Chief Heath Helton would step in as the following interim chief whereas the seek for a everlasting placement continues. Helton would be the third appointed to interim chief after the departure of Keith Humphrey, who served as police chief for about three years in Scott’s first time period. Scott stated the everlasting alternative can be made in 30 to 60 days.

Griffin can be sworn in as Arkansas’s new legal professional common Jan. 10, 2023. He’ll succeed Leslie Rutledge, who will succeed Griffin because the state’s subsequent lieutenant governor.

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