Once Again, Norristown Begins Search For New Chief Of Police

NORRISTOWN, PA — For the fourth time in as many years, Norristown is putting together a search committee to find a new chief of police, even as questions linger over the mysterious departure of the most recent chief.

Former Norristown Police Chief Jacqueline Bailey-Davis, who took over on Jan. 1., 2024, was put on administrative leave during the fall without any reason provided to the public.

Weeks later, Bailey-Davis, who was the first woman to ever hold the position, resigned.

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The municipality now has posted the chief of police job opening on their website.

"We seek a leader who can balance public safety’s immediate needs with long-term strategic planning while championing equity, transparency, and accountability," the job description reads. "The successful candidate will be a skilled communicator, a team builder, and a change agent who values diversity and inclusion."

Bailey-Davis's departure follows nearly a year of Captain Michael Bishop holding the role as active chief, and another one year tenure of former Chief Derrick Wood, who retired to care for his mother.

James Angelucci is serving as acting police chief in Norristown while the search is underway.