Governor Wes Moore has named Lt. Col. Roland Butler to serve as Superintendent of the Maryland State Police (MSP).
Lt. Col. Butler’s next step will be to go before the Senate for a confirmation vote. Once confirmed he would be the first black Superintendent of MSP.
Today I announced our next Superintendent of the Maryland State Police, Lt. Col. Roland Butler.
My administration is making historic initiatives and investment in public safety. Together we are committed to rebuilding the state police force and reducing crime across Maryland. pic.twitter.com/bPW8x7yrn7
— Governor Wes Moore (@GovWesMoore) February 23, 2023
From The Baltimore Banner:
Moore praised Butler as a trooper who “rose through the ranks” and understands the culture and challenges within the Maryland State Police. After an “exhaustive search,” Butler was the clear choice, the governor said.
Butler has spent nearly 29 years with the Maryland State Police, according to his online resume. His most recent assignment was leading the Field Operations Bureau, which oversees all of the state police barracks, special operations and transportation safety.
From The Baltimore Sun:
“Courage; fortitude; resilience; understanding; and compassion: In short, Roland’s a professional and he has the background, the knowledge and the character to lead the Maryland State Police as he carries out this critical mission,” Moore said at a news conference announcing his nomination.
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Butler said it was “an honor” to receive Moore’s nomination on “a mission that the governor has clearly outlined will improve the quality of life for citizens throughout the state.”
For more information:
Gov. Wes Moore nominates first Black superintendent of Maryland State Police (The Baltimore Sun)
Gov. Moore names Maryland State Police veteran Roland Butler to lead the department (The Baltimore Banner)
