Criminal Justice

Murray State alumnus welcomed as new Paducah Police Chief

Story by Haley Penrod, Contributing writer A Murray State alumnus was announced as the new police chief of the Paducah Police Department. Brian Laird, who received his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, started his position as police chief on Jan. 1. As chief, Laird said he wants to get involved with the community more by using Read More

Police chiefs answer student questions

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Story by Sabra Jackson, Contributing writer Western Kentucky police chiefs gathered in Mason Hall Wednesday to answer questions Murray State students submitted to the Criminal Justice Society student organization. Chiefs were asked if they had always wanted to be a police chief or if they had a different career goal. Each chief had a different Read More