‘We’re forward focused;’ New WPD chief shares first impressions and priorities

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY-TV) – One month ago Wilmington’s new police chief, Ryan Zuidema took officer after he was unanimously appointed in August.

WWAY sat down with him to hear what his first impressions are of the department and what his priorities are going forward.

“I did a ride-along when I was 19-years-old and that sold me for it the last 29 years or so,” Zuidema said. “Very excited to come here, got a great group of men and women in the police department.”…

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