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Grand Rapids Business Journal Courtesy Grand Rapids Police Department Grand Rapids Police Chief Eric Payne announced the promotion of Captain Kristen Rogers to deputy chief of police. “This is a very exciting time for the Grand Rapids Police Department,” Payne said. “Not only is Deputy Chief Rogers making history by being the first woman to hold the position, she is a talented and experienced leader who will serve Grand Rapids well in the years to come.” Rogers steps into the role as the department navigates a pandemic, unprecedented levels of violent crime and implementation of a comprehensive strategic plan. “The city of Grand Rapids is fortunate to have someone of her caliber, passion and heart for service attending to the community,” said former Deputy Chief David Kiddle, who is retiring from the department after 28 years of service. “I have no doubt that Deputy Chief Rogers will not only rise to the occasion but far exceed any expectations. ....
Kristen Rogers becomes first female deputy chief at Grand Rapids Police Department Updated Dec 17, 2020; Facebook Share GRAND RAPIDS, MI Chief of Police Eric Payne has announced the promotion of Captain Kristen Rogers to the position of Deputy Chief of Police the first female to hold the position at the department. “This is a very exciting time for the Grand Rapids Police Department,” Chief Payne said in a news release on Thursday, Dec. 17. “Not only is Deputy Chief Rogers making history by being the first woman to hold the position, she is a talented and experienced leader who will serve Grand Rapids well in the years to come.” ....