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Chamblee promotes six police officers

The city of Chamblee recently promoted six of its finest to the rank of lieutenant and sergeant.
The city of Chamblee recently promoted six of its finest to the rank of lieutenant and sergeant.
By Juanita Love
March 10, 2020

The Chamblee Police Department recently promoted five officers to the rank of sergeant and one to the rank of lieutenant.

“I am honored to be able to promote these officers to their next level of leadership responsibilities. Their accomplishments are a direct reflection of their hard work and dedicated service to the Chamblee community,” said Chief Kerry Thomas.

Sergeant Brian Calamease was promoted to the rank of lieutenant.

Officer Levon Arthur was promoted to the rank of sergeant.

Officer Richard Barber was promoted to the rank of sergeant.

Officer Travis Darley was promoted to the rank of sergeant.

Officer Oliver Dukes was promoted to the rank of sergeant.

Officer Valerian Khoshtariya was promoted to the rank of sergeant.

Information: visit www.chambleega.gov or 770-986-5010.

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