Chief of Police Carry Manuel has announced the promotion of a 23-year veteran to the post of assistant chief at the Mountain Home Police Department (MHPD).
Lieutenant Eddie Griffin joined the MHPD in April of 1997, working his way from patrolman to his former position as head of the Criminal Investigation Division. He becomes the first assistant chief of the department in almost two decades, according to Manuel.
Chief Manuel, who has announced his retirement later this year, feels the time is right for the promotion.
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Griffin’s rise through the ranks of the department and continued education make him innately qualified for the position, according to Manuel.
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While receiving a promotion to assistant chief, Griffin will continue many of his current duties for the time being, Manuel says.
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The veteran police chief says he personally feels Griffin will do a fantastic job in his new position.
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Griffin is a graduate of Arkansas State University-Mountain Home, with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Criminal Justice.
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