Tofield detachment gets new commander Sgt. Lee Knelsen

Sgt. Lee Knelsen was appointed as the new Detachment Commander of the Tofield RCMP Detachment effective Tuesday, Sept. 8.

Arriving from the Lloydminster RCMP Detachment, Knelsen said he was happy to assume duties in this capacity, because it would give him a chance to work in a position of rural policing.

Sgt. Lee Knelsen, left, being congratulated by Chief Superintendent Wendell Reimer, District Commander for Eastern Alberta District, on his appointment as the new Detachment Commander of the Tofield RCMP Detachment. SUBMITTED PHOTO

“This is where I could bring the experience I have gained from many other unique and specialized sections of policing from detachments in “F” Division (Saskatchewan) and “K” Division (Alberta),” Knelsen explained. “I bring a strong background and experience in . . .” contd.

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