Asst. WPD chief retires, interim replacement announced

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Some changes are happening at the Wilmington Police Department.

WWAY has learned the assistant police chief is retiring and another is getting promoted.

In an internal memo, it was announced Monday that Deputy Chief Donny Williams has been chosen to replace Assistant Police Chief James Varrone.

Chief Varrone has chosen to retired from the Wilmington Police Department.

Varrone has been instrumental in community involvement and known for providing cool treats with the Frozen Five-O ice cream truck.

Congratulations are in order for Interim Assistant Police Chief Williams who has been with the department for 27 years and has worked with youth as a role model.