RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Two months ago Alfred Durham was trying to crack down on crime in Richmond.

Now, 8News has learned the former police chief is working investigations for the National Football League.

Durham, who retired from the Richmond Police Department in December, now serves as a Director of Investigative and Security Services — one of four regional directors employed by the NFL. He took over the position in early January.

In a statement to 8News, Mayor Levar Stoney wished his former top cop ‘great success.’

“The NFL was smart to draft one of Richmond’s finest for this important job. Chief Durham is a pro who leaves it all on the field for his team, and we wish him great success.” — Mayor Levar Stoney

His ‘North’ region includes the New York Giants, New York Jets, New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles. His duties include security of stadiums, serving as a team liaison and handling investigations into coaches and players.

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