Raleigh's next police chief will be a 25-year veteran of the Raleigh Police Department
Raleigh's next police chief will be someone who has spent their entire career at the Raleigh Police Department. Why it matters: Rico Boyce, RPD's current deputy chief, will immediately replace outgoing police chief Estella Patterson on March 1,
Rico Boyce named new Raleigh Police Department Chief as Patterson exits
A familiar face at the Raleigh Police Department (RPD) is now the chief. Friday afternoon, the city announced Rico Boyce as the top cop for RPD. "We are pleased to announce that our national search process has identified someone who has served Raleigh for more than two decades as our next Chief of Police.
New Raleigh police chief outlines priorities to department
New Raleigh Police Chief Rico Boyce had a one-on-one interview with WRAL News on Monday, March 3, 2025. Boyce began his new role on Saturday to replace outgoing Police Chief Estella Patterson.
3 Raleigh police chief finalists make their case to the public. Here’s what they said
Residents heard from Rico Boyce, Sonia J. Russell and Joshua Wallace on Monday night. They want to be Raleigh’s next police chief.
City of Raleigh names new police chief
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'He's one of us:' Rico Boyce named Raleigh police chief
The Raleigh Police Department has a new leader with a familiar face. Rico Boyce was promoted Friday from deputy chief to chief of police. He has been on the force for 25 years.
Raleigh picks department veteran for its next police chief
I am excited to continue serving the greatest officers in the world while building lasting relationships with our amazing community members,” he said.
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Raleigh Police Chief Estella Patterson reflects on career as retirement looms: 'Nervous but good'
Calling Raleigh a "fantastic city," retiring police chief Estella Patterson expressed gratitude for the experience and ...
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Law enforcement celebrates retiring Raleigh PD Chief Estella Patterson
Friday is the last full day on the job for Raleigh's top cop. After 28 years in law enforcement, Chief Estella Patterson is set to retire Saturday. The law enforcement community are celebrating ...
Community can meet final candidates for Raleigh’s next police chief Monday night
We need someone that has continuity, that’s going to continue the great work and the strides we have made in this city,” says ...
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Raleigh shooting updates: Suspect’s parents issue statement, investigation report expected
The shooting was one of the worst in North Carolina history. Raleigh Police Chief Estella Patterson named the victims. More details about the identity of the shooter have not been released but ...