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Commissioner Charles Ramsey

Charles H. Ramsey was appointed Police Commissioner of the Philadelphia Police Department on January 7, 2008, by Mayor Michael A. Nutter. He leads the fourth largest police department in the nation with over 6,500 sworn members and 830 civilian members. Commissioner Ramsey brings over forty years of knowledge, experience and service in advancing the law enforcement profession in three different major city police departments, beginning with Chicago, then Washington, DC, and now Philadelphia.

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Deputy Commissioner Richard Ross Jr.

1st Deputy Commissioner Ross is a graduate of Central High School. He has a B.A. in Labor & Industrial Relations from Penn State University. He has a Master's degree in Criminal Justice from Saint Joseph's University. In addition, he is a graduate of the F.B.I. National Academy, F.B.I National Executive Institute and the Northwestern University Traffic Institute and Leadership Philadelphia.

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Deputy Commissioner Nola Joyce

Nola Joyce has over twenty-five years with the public sector, with extensive experience in the area of public safety. She joined the Philadelphia Police Department in February 2008 and is currently Deputy Commissioner and Chief Administrative Officer for the Department. She heads Organizational Services, Strategy, and Innovation.

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Deputy Commissioner Kevin Bethel

Deputy Commissioner Kevin J. Bethel is presently in charge of Patrol Operations. As part of his duties, he oversees both the patrol and detective units for the entire City of Philadelphia. Prior to his appointment to the position of Deputy Commissioner, he served as the Commanding Officer (Captain) of the 17th Police District from December 19, 2005 until May 2008.

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Deputy Commissioner Thomas H. Wright

Thomas H. Wright was appointed to the Philadelphia Police Department on May 21, 1990. He began his career as a Police Officer in the 17th and 8th Districts. His other assignments included: Detective assigned to Northeast Detectives; Sergeant assigned to the 19th District; Lieutenant assigned to the 24th and 19th Districts. As a Captain, his command assignments include the Center City District and the 25th District. He is now Deputy Commissioner of Specialized Investigations and Homeland Security.

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Deputy Commissioner Denise Turpin

On November 12, 2012, Denise Turpin was promoted to the rank of Deputy Police Commissioner, tasked with oversight of the Office of Professional Responsibility.

Deputy Commissioner Turpin is a graduate of Olney High School. She has a B.A. in Criminal Justice from Chestnut Hill College. She has a Master's degree in Criminal Justice from Saint Joseph's University. Additionally, she is a graduate of the F.B.I. National Academy, the Northwestern University Traffic Institute and a fellow of Leadership Philadelphia.

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Deputy Commissioner Christine Coulter

Deputy Commissioner Coulter is a respected 25 year veteran of the Philadelphia Police Department with a reputation for professionalism, loyalty, integrity and service. She has received numerous awards and commendations. She is a lifelong resident of the City of Philadelphia.

Deputy Commissioner Coulter has an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice from Community College, a Bachelors Degree in Organizational Management from Eastern University and a Masters Degree in Public Safety Management from Saint Joseph's University. In addition she is a graduate of Northwestern University's School of Staff and Command and the Senior Management Institute for Police (PERF). Deputy Coulter is currently an adjunct professor at Saint Joseph's University.



Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey and his Deputy Commissioners took your questions LIVE on 6abc.com.....