Denise Roberts, who has risen through the ranks during a nearly 25-year career with the St. Cloud Police Department, officially became the outfit’s first female deputy chief when she was sworn to the post Friday at St. Cloud City Hall.
Roberts fills the role of retiring Deputy Chief Kirk Zilke.
“I am honored to serve the St. Cloud community in this new capacity,” Roberts said. “My focus remains on fostering a culture of wellness and professionalism within our ranks while ensuring our city remains one of the safest in the state through innovation and strong community partnerships.”…