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Acting commander named for Highway Patrol


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There haven't been a lot of negative stories about the Highway Patrol since Bev had to accept her boyfriend's resignation. Maybe things will continue to improve. At least, we can hope...
outhousecat
January 30, 2013 11:34 a.m.
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WHy just acting, is he not good enough for the position full time?
Click to view my profile Sherlock
January 30, 2013 10:57 a.m.
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perhaps with perdue gone some of the politics can now be erased in the running of the ncshp

Good luck with that. The commander has always been a pick of the governor since the Patrol's inception. That's why they almost always cahnge when the new governor takes office.
btneast
January 30, 2013 9:24 a.m.
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perhaps with perdue gone some of the politics can now be erased in the running of the ncshp. politicans are truly a threat to all tarheels.
wildpig777
January 30, 2013 8:27 a.m.
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Bring him in and throw CALEA out.
dirtydozen431
January 29, 2013 6:14 p.m.
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I to knew Lt. Col. Bell when he was a road trooper and he truly is a credit to the SHP. I ran into him at an awards ceremony last year and enjoyed the opportunity to just chat with him. i had no idea he was a Lt. Col. until I asked him. He is truly one of the most down to earth and nicest peroson one could ever meet. I hope he gets this position permamently.
thinkin out loud
January 29, 2013 5:51 p.m.
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For the last two years, Bell has overseen statewide field operations for the Highway Patrol. IN OTHER WORDS HE HAS BEEN GROOMED TO TAKE THIS POSITION.
jrfergerson
January 29, 2013 5:43 p.m.
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I knew Lt. Col Bell when he was assigned to Harnett County several years ago. He is well liked, respected, had good common sense and a class act all the way around. Would be a great choice for the permanent post!
Bigbadwolf
January 29, 2013 4:22 p.m.
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I would like to thank Col. Gilchrist for his service. He took over the Patrol during tough times and has done a wonderful job. I wish him the best in the future.
clintoflannagan
January 29, 2013 4:04 p.m.
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Very interesting
dirtydozen431
January 29, 2013 3:03 p.m.
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