For Syracuse Police Chief Joseph Cecile, the call to service became one that spanned four decades, from walking patrols to leading the entire department.
Cecile began his career with the Syracuse Police Department in 1985. This month, as officials prepare to play the traditional police scanner retirement tones on Jan. 14, he’s reflecting on a career defined by humility, community and family.
Cecile’s wife, Cheri, says that dedication often meant late nights and long stretches away from home, but said public service was never just a job — it was a family value…