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Shelton swears in new police leadership, chief pledges community trust
Summary
Shelton held a swearing-in ceremony for newly promoted police leaders, who took oaths to uphold the U.S. and Washington constitutions and the Shelton Police Department code of ethics; the newly sworn chief thanked the community and pledged to continue building department trust.
Shelton officials swore in newly promoted police leaders during the city council meeting. Two officers—identified in the ceremony as Daniel and Christopher D.—took the oath of office affirming support for the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Washington and agreeing to abide by the Shelton Police Department code of ethics.
Christopher D., in brief remarks after the oath, thanked the council, city manager and the community for their support. He described a department culture that develops leaders internally, referenced the city manager and council by name in expressing appreciation, and said he looked forward to "continuing the long tradition of the Shelton Police Department of having the trust and faith" of the community.
The ceremony included the formal oath language read by the presiding official and a short photo opportunity before the council recessed. No formal policy changes or council actions were taken as part of the swearing-in beyond the ceremonial oath and recognition.
The council recessed for five minutes after the ceremony and resumed regular business.
