HENRICO COUNTY, Va. — After more than 40 years with the Henrico Police force, Chief Doug Middleton is leaving the department. Middleton, who ascended to chief position in 2011, will become Henrico’s new Deputy County Manager for Public Safety. Chief Middleton made the announcement at the Henrico Business Leaders Breakfast Monday morning.
He will be sworn-in for his new role on January 23.
“During Chief Middleton’s tenure, the County’s crime rate has fallen to the lowest level recorded in the Division’s history,” Henrico Police spokesman Lt. Chris Eley said. “Other significant events include the formation of a third patrol station, the implementation of Fair and Impartial Policing, deployment of body worn cameras, an increase in complement of police officers serving the County, changes to juvenile arrest procedures and School Resource Officer certification, achieving international accreditation as a Gold Standard Agency with Excellence, and improving officer safety and effectiveness through improved ballistic and safety equipment, and the use of enhanced technology in crime fighting strategies.”
Middleton will continue to lead the Henrico Police Department until his successor can be found. The county hopes to name a new police chief by March.
