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From Common Council President Cavalier Johnson December 23, 2020 I want to thank retiring Acting Chief Michael J. Brunson Sr. for his distinguished service to the Milwaukee Police Department and to the City of Milwaukee. His sworn service in protecting the safety of the residents of Milwaukee and in leading the department has been exemplary, and is deeply appreciated. Acting Chief Brunson joined the MPD in December 1995, and prior to his tenure as acting chief he was the assistant chief of the Patrol Bureau. Previously, he was an inspector in the Neighborhood Patrol Bureau and commander of ...

After two weeks of trying and failing to select a permanent chief, the Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission named Jeffrey Norman as its next acting chief of police Thursday. Norman, an assistant chief, will take over from Michael Brunson Sr. in the temporary role Dec. 23 following Brunson's retirement. Brunson recommended the selection of Norman, who was briefly considered for the permanent role two months ago. Norman, a 24-year veteran of the Milwaukee Police Department and native of the city, will serve as the top cop while the commission navigates a tied vote for his permanent successo...