Durham's New Chief Tackles Rising Violence | Durham News

Durham welcomes its new chief, Stephanie Mardis, who took the reins on September 8 after a 24-year career—most recently as assistant chief in Greensboro. Her top priority? Partnering with the community to slash violence in a city grappling with homicide rates twice the state and national averages and a 4.6% spike in violent crime this year. A formal swearing-in ceremony is set for Friday, September 18, at 10 AM at the Durham Performing Arts Center. Mardis, stepping into shoes once worn by long-serving Chief Patrice Andrews, vows accountability from both officers and residents as she prepares to tackle the city’s toughest challenges head-on.

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