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New chief takes reins at Bradford Police Department

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Source: Journal Opinion

Published November 10, 2026

BRADFORD–David Shaffer was sworn in as Bradford Interim Police Chief on Oct. 29. He will succeed Russell Robinson, who retired last month. https://jonews.com/wp-content/uploads/new_logo-1.jpg 0 0 JO News https://jonews.com/wp-content/uploads/new_logo-1.jpg JO News2026-11-10 18:10:492026-11-10 18:10:52New chief takes reins at Bradford Police Department

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