Braintree Police Celebrate Promotions, Town Confirms Fire Chief

BRAINTREE, MA — The Braintree Police Department celebrated two promotions during a recent ceremony.

Sergeant Edward Querzoli was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant and is being assigned to oversee Professional Standards and Accreditation, officials said.

Detective John Cole was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and will be assigned as a Patrol Supervisor on the night shift.

Town Clerk Jim Casey conducted the swearing in as Mayor Erin Joyce and Chief Tim Cohoon shared remarks at the May 27 ceremony.

Fire Chief

The Town Council has also confirmed Frederick “Freddie” T. Viola as Braintree’s next Fire Chief. Joyce had previously appointed Viola, who had been the acting chief.

"His leadership over the past year has not only maintained stability within the department but has also led to the successful rebuilding of the fire department’s budget and the creation of a strong team to support those ongoing efforts. I am confident that Chief Viola will continue to move the Braintree Fire Department forward in the years ahead," said Joyce.

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