GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) Raids at two Grand Rapids smoke shops last week yielded marijuana that was being illegally sold and stolen property, police say. The Flavors shops on Leonard Street NW west of Turner Avenue and S. Division Avenue near Withey Street, plus PMC Private Stock, which is in th
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.”