Charlottetown Deputy Police Chief Sean Coombs commenced his duties on Oct. 15.
It wasn’t the only promotion in the force, though. Cpl. Melissa Craswell and Cpl. Robert Larter were also promoted to corporal, effective Oct. 15.
Interviews for all constable position were to be held on Oct. 23 and 25. This will fill an existing vacancy and create a shortlist that will remain in effect until the end of 2019.
Personnel have also been selected for lateral movement in major crime and street crime.
Seven individuals have applied for the promotional process. The police department is working with human resources to set up a date for testing.
Training is also underway for carbine weapons.
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