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Chief Orlando Rolón staying at Orlando Police Department

Top cop no longer being considered for Fort Lauderdale job

Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon (Courtesy)

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando’s police chief is staying in The City Beautiful after being considered for the job as Fort Lauderdale’s top cop.

Chief Orlando Rolón issued a statement Monday saying he has withdrawn his candidacy after discussing it with his family.

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“I am beyond proud to continue serving this city and I am committed to leading this exceptional agency and the dedicated men and women who protect us all,” Rolón wrote.

Rolón has been with the Orlando Police Department for nearly 30 years.