New Police Chief will address violence in Roanoke Gene Marrano July 15, 2016 1 minute read Tim Jones It was already scheduled before the announcement on Tuesday that he had been named the permanent Chief of Police in Roanoke City – now Tim Jones will be front and center at a “Stop the Violence” rally next Monday. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Review: Abuse reports ignored by Rockbridge social servicesNext: Active shooter exercise Saturday in Bedford may be loud, but sheriff says it’s necessary Related Stories Carilion has dedicated its first dedicated midwifery clinic Gene Marrano April 28, 2026 Spanberger faces decision on marijuana sales after amendments rejected Ian Price April 28, 2026 Spanberger marks 100 days with bipartisan education push in Roanoke Web Staff April 28, 2026