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Scottsdale Police Department Names Interim Chief
Retired Scottsdale Assistant Police Chief Jeff Walther will take over on Nov. 30 when current Police Chief Alan Rodbell steps down.

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Retired Scottsdale Assistant Police Chief Jeff Walther will take over on Nov. 30 when current Police Chief Alan Rodbell steps down.

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