David Mirfield was today named Assistant Commissioner of Police, responsible for serious crime.

He will take up his post after a swearing-in ceremony at Police Headquarters on Monday.

The announcement was made by Labour, Home Affairs and Housing Minister David Burch at a press conference this afternoon.

Mr. Mirfield retired in April as a Chief Superintendent from the West Midlands Police having served with them for 35 years

His Bermuda appointment is to span a two-year period. He will be tasked with establishing best practices in serious crime investigations, particularly in the areas of gang suppression and violence reduction.

For the full story see tomorrow’s Royal Gazette.