The Hanover Police Services Board has selected a new chief of police.
Christopher Knoll will fill the roll starting on September 21.
Knoll is a lifelong resident of the area and brings 24 years of police experience to the position, which includes the past five years as inspector with the Hanover Police Service.
Knoll has served as acting chief since the retirement of Chief Tracy David in February.
An official swearing in ceremony will be held at the Hanover Civic Centre on September 21.