Durham has a new top cop — and she’s ready to hit the ground running. Stephanie Mardis was officially sworn in as Durham’s police chief this week, marking a milestone moment for the Bull City and its law enforcement community.
The swearing-in ceremony, reported by ABC11 News on Friday, September 18, celebrated Mardis stepping into one of the most important public safety roles in the city. In her remarks, she expressed her readiness to serve Durham — a community she described with the beloved local nickname, the Bull City.
The occasion brought together members of the department and the broader Durham community to witness the formal transition of leadership. Swearing-in ceremonies like this one represent not just a change in personnel, but a renewed commitment to public service and community partnership.
Durham residents and city officials alike have reason to look forward to what Mardis will bring to the role. Her installation signals a fresh chapter for the Durham Police Department as it continues its work building trust and safety across the city’s diverse neighborhoods.
Stay tuned to local news outlets for updates on Chief Mardis’s priorities and initiatives as she settles into her new role leading Durham’s finest.
Sources: ABC11 News
