New Weymouth Police Chief Chosen For FBI Academy

WEYMOUTH, MA — Weymouth's next police chief will bring with him some Federal Bureau of Investigation expertise to job when he takes over the department. Capt. Richard Fuller, who was selected to succeed Chief Richard Grimes after Grimes retires in December, has been accepted into the FBI National Academy Class No. 279 that begins in January in Quantico, Virginia.

"I am both humbled and grateful to have been recognized for this opportunity to further advance my training and the future of the Weymouth Police Department," Fuller said. "I will return from this intensive training as a more educated, insightful and effective leader."

The FBI National Academy is a professional course of study for U.S. and international law enforcement leaders that serves to improve the administration of justice in police departments and agencies both at home and abroad. The academy strives to raise law enforcement standards, knowledge, and cooperation worldwide. Nominations and acceptance into the academy is granted to less than one percent of all law enforcement professionals, making it a highly competitive and selective program.

"I am proud of Captain Fuller's acceptance into the FBI National Academy, and his drive to continue to better himself and improve his leadership skills and abilities before taking over as the town's next chief," said Mayor Robert Hedlund. "It is clear Captain Fuller's acceptance into this highly competitive academy, as one of only 220 nominees admitted, demonstrates his current level of professionalism and ability."