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Insights from Perry's New Police Chief Jim Archer

In a recent interview with Local 5's Connor O'Neill, Perry's newly appointed police chief, Jim Archer, shared his experiences and insights regarding his first month in office, the department’s response to a tragic school shooting on January 4th, and the ongoing challenges posed by swatting calls.

Transitioning to Leadership

Chief Archer reflected on the transition from assistant to police chief, noting that his role now encompasses much more administrative work. “As chief, I'm doing a lot more of the policies, making sure people are getting their trainings done, and working out budgets,” he explained, highlighting how leadership demands a shift in focus from operational tasks to broader organizational responsibilities.