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Miller Selected as New GPD Police Chief

GREENSBORO, NC – (July 30, 2010) – Greensboro City Manager Rashad Young today announced the selection of Ken Miller as the next chief of the Greensboro Police Department. Miller is currently a senior deputy chief with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department in North Carolina.

“We conducted an extensive evaluation process over the past three months and Chief Miller’s performance was outstanding. I am confident that Chief Miller will continue to raise the bar of professionalism and accountability in the GPD,” Young says. “In Chief Miller, the City of Greensboro is gaining a leader who recognizes the value of strong and enduring partnerships with the community.”

Miller has served with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department for 21 years and in law enforcement for more than 25 years. He has experience in police investigations, tactical operations and neighborhood policing, and served 11 years in patrol in various ranks and commands. He also has extensive experience in policy and fiscal management.

Miller’s first day on the job for Greensboro will be September 1. A press conference will be held at 2 pm Monday, August 2, in the Council Chamber, Melvin Municipal Office Building, 300 W. Washington St., to introduce him to the Greensboro community.

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