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 Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026