Emporium Boro Names Merritt Police Chief
Members of the Emporium Borough Council voted unanimously to approve a new Chief of Police for the Emporium Borough Police Department (EBPD) during Monday night’s regular meeting.
David J. Merritt, who has been serving as Officer-in-Charge of the EBPD since the resignation of former Chief Matthew Siple last fall, will take over the position following a lengthy interview process. Merritt will have a twelve month probation period in the salaried position with benefits.