Smith Named Interim Covington Police Chief
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Covington, VA (Feb. 15, 2019) - "It is my pleasure to announce that Major Chris Smith will hold the position of Covington Interim Police Chief effective immediately.
"Major Smith has been employed as a City Police Officer for the past 15 years and has served in numerous capacities. As Major, he served as Acting Chief in the Chief's absence and assisted with budgeting and personnel matters and wrote and administered Police Grant Programs.
"Chief Smith will serve as Interim Police Chief until a permanent replacement can be found.
"Chief Smith said, "I look forward to having an opportunity to continue on the path that the former Chief Morgan has initiated and hope to help the officers continue to make a positive impact in our community."
"Chief Smith has been a resident of Covington for 15 years and resides in the City with his wife Emily and three daughters. He served as military police in the USAF for four years."
Clay Goodman
Interim City Manager
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