Freeport’s 1st Black assistant police chief retires
Michael Williams made history in 2024 when he was promoted to the position.
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Sep 19, 2025, 4:10 PM
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9h agoThe first Black police chief in Freeport has retired after 36 years of service.
Michael Williams made history in 2024 when he was promoted to the position.
Prior to becoming police chief, he was the force’s longest serving Black police officer and second-highest ranking officer.
Deputy Chief Don Ethier is being appointed as his replacement.
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