DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Dayton Police Department has announced the passing of former Chief James Newby, who served the DPD from 1962 until his retirement in 1995, including seven years as chief.
Throughout his career, Newby helped shape the department into a modern law enforcement agency while leaving a lasting impact on generations of officers.
Under his leadership, the department introduced and expanded several programs that continue to influence policing today, such as bicycle control training and the DPD’s K-9 unit…