Gov. Maura Healey has appointed retired Lt. Col. Geoffrey D. Noble of the New Jersey State Police as the new leader of the Massachusetts State Police, making him the first outsider to lead the agency. Healey praised Noble for his dedication to public service and ability to address pressing law enforcement issues. Noble will take over as colonel in October, succeeding interim colonel Lt. Col. John E. Mawn Jr. Noble’s appointment comes as part of police reforms implemented in 2020 following corruption scandals within the Massachusetts State Police, including overtime fraud and bribery cases.
Noble, who spent 30 years in law enforcement, brings a wealth of experience from the New Jersey State Police, where he served as the second-in-command. He has also worked in private security at various airports and the World Trade Center since retiring in 2022. Noble expressed his commitment to upholding integrity, transparency, and excellence in his new role. He emphasized the importance of supporting the hardworking men and women of the Massachusetts State Police to ensure public safety.
Noble’s predecessor, Col. Christopher Mason, congratulated him on the appointment and expressed his dedication to supporting Noble and the department. Noble’s appointment signals a new era for the Massachusetts State Police, with a focus on integrity, transparency, and excellence under his leadership. The department faces ongoing scrutiny due to recent scandals, including text messages sent by an investigator involved in the Karen Read murder trial. Noble’s appointment marks a significant step in rebuilding trust and ensuring accountability within the Massachusetts State Police.
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