Crime & Safety

Dennis White Sworn In As New Boston Police Commissioner

White, a 32-year veteran of the Boston Police Department, had most recently been a superintendent and chief of staff to the commissioner.

(Jenna Fisher/Patch)

BOSTON — Dennis White was sworn in Monday as the 43rd Commissioner of the Boston Police. White is the city’s second Black commissioner.

He replaces William Gross who retired Friday after two-and-a-half years on the job.

White, a 32-year veteran of the Boston Police Department, had most recently been a superintendent and chief of staff to the commissioner.

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