Exeter is the only town in the state of Rhode Island without a police force. That could soon change if a retired police officer in town has his way.
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Q&A: RI State Police Col. James Manni On Mass Shootings, 911, Cyber-Crime & More
Rhode Island State Police Colonel James Manni said the possibility of a mass shooting is a constant concern for people in law enforcement. Manni started work as superintendent of the State Police earlier this year. The 58-year-old Cranston native has had a long career in law enforcement, including 25 years with the State Police. Manni […]
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After Baby’s Death, Rhode Island 911 Operators May Receive Enhanced Training.
This article was produced in partnership with The Public’s Radio, which is a member of the ProPublica Local Reporting Network. PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island’s state police superintendent is recommending that all of the state’s 911 call takers be trained to provide emergency medical instructions over the phone before first-responders arrive. Col. James M. Manni […]
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Rhode Islanders Can Now Send Texts To 911
The Rhode Island State Police Department launched a new system today that allows people to send texts to 911.
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Raimondo Fills 3 Public Safety Leadership Positions
Rhode Island Governor Raimondo announced she will appoint James Manni as superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police. She also said she’ll nominate Patricia Coyne-Fague as director of the Rhode Island Department of Corrections, and appoint Marc Pappas to lead the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency.
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Rhode Island State Police Commander Announces Retirement
The Commander of the Rhode Island state police Colonel Ann Assumpico announced yesterday that she will retire next month. Assumpico was the first female commander of the agency, according to a state press release. She has held the post for just over two years, since November 2016. Assumpico said that she had recruited record numbers […]
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State Police Report Dangerous Weekend On The Roads
Rhode Island State Police warned drivers to be careful this Labor Day, following three motor vehicle crash fatalities so far this weekend. Labor Day weekend has a reputation for dangerous driving, said Colonel Ann C. Assumpico, State Police Superintendent and Department of Public Safety Director. She asked drivers to be careful and vigilant while driving. […]
