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Lynchburg PD Promotes Three to Deputy Chief | Roanoke News

B2Upper-intermediateSeptember 20, 20261 min

Lynchburg’s PD just leveled up—promoting three veteran officers to deputy chief, bringing over 70 years of combined experience to the table. Joshua Campbell leads Investigations, Joel Hinkley heads Field Operations, and Lisa Singleton takes charge of Support Services, all part of a major restructuring into three core bureaus. This bold move aims to boost efficiency, strengthen leadership, and deepen community partnerships—setting the stage for a smarter, more responsive police force. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] ...

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These folks aren't new to the game.

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These promotions come as part of a larger shake-up, a restructuring of the department

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Lynchburg's Police Department just made some big moves, promoting three seasoned officers to Deputy Chief. We're talking Joshua Campbell, Joel Hinckley, and Lisa Singleton. These folks aren't new to the game.

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They've got over 70 years of combined experience in law enforcement. These promotions come as part of a larger shake-up, a restructuring of the department into three main bureaus. Think field operations, investigations, and support services.

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Each of the new Deputy Chiefs will be at the helm of one of these divisions. The sample is taking charge of investigations, Hinkley will be heading up field operations, and Singleton is set to lead support services. The department is saying this is all about boosting efficiency and making sure leadership

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