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Last Updated: 2010-01-20

Chief of Police William C. Smith

Interim Chief of Police William C. Smith

Chief of Police William C. Smith is responsible for all aspects of the Richmond Police Department.



Deputy Chiefs

Deputy Chief John O'Kleasky

Deputy Chief John O'Kleasky
directs
Patrol Services

 Deputy Chief Sydney G. Collier

Deputy Chief Sydney G. Collier
directs
Support Services
Critical Incident Management
Watch Commanders

 Deputy Chief Mr. William Friday

Deputy Chief Mr. William Friday
directs
Business Services


Internal Affairs - Captain Greer Gould

Internal Affairs - Captain Greer Gould

The Internal Affairs Division handles internal complaint investigations, firearms discharges, and excessive force allegations.

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General Counsel - David Mitchell, Esq

General Counsel - David Mitchell, Esq

Conducts internal audits to ensure that department practices conform to policies.

Examines existing and proposed policies to ensure that policies meet or exceed industry standards.

Works with the Internal Affairs Division to identify department trends and creates and implements policy changes where appropriate.

Works as part of senior management to advise on emerging issues, practices, and policies in policing.

Reviews policies and practices to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and administrative regulations.

Public Affairs - Mr. Gene Lepley

Public Affairs - Mr. Gene Lepley

The Public Affairs Unit provides information about the operations and personnel of the Richmond Police Department. The Unit responds to more than 200 media inquiries each month, both locally and nationally. A critical function of the Unit is responding to crime scenes to provide information and updates to the media.

Contact Information:

Richmond Police Dept.
City of Richmond
Emergency: 911 - Call if you can, text if you can’t
Non-Emergency or to file a Police Report: (804) 646-5100
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