New Roanoke police chief will continue community policing efforts Gene Marrano July 12, 2016 1 minute read Tim Jones The words “Community Policing” were spoken by several people today as Roanoke City introduced its newest permanent chief of police. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Tim Jones named police chief; Roanoke native, long-time officerNext: Storms create flash floods, knock out power to thousands Related Stories Carilion, FBRI host workshop on latest treatment options for some forms of cancer Gene Marrano June 26, 2026 Miss Virginia, Miss Virginia’s Teen competition this weekend at Berglund Center Gene Marrano June 26, 2026 2026 Fourth of July fireworks guide: Roanoke, Lynchburg, Smith Mountain Lake and Southwest Virginia Ian Price June 26, 2026
