According to police reports, Lieutenant Casey Daniell will assume the role of Southern Watch Commander for the Vermont State Police starting at midnight on January 22. Daniell will serve in this capacity until the morning of January 26.
The watch commander schedule for the week of January 19 to January 26 includes Lieutenant Isaac Merriam overseeing the North region until 8:00 AM on January 20, followed by Lieutenant Andrew Jensen, who will take over until January 26. Lieutenant Robert McKenna was the Southern Watch Commander until midnight on January 21.
Police say that members of the public can contact the watch commanders through their respective email addresses or by calling the troop offices. For further information regarding specific towns served by various Vermont State Police field stations, individuals can visit the VSP website for a state coverage map.
The appointed watch commanders are responsible for overseeing police operations and ensuring public safety during their shifts. As the situation evolves, details regarding the watch commanders may change.
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