Chief Constable Jon Murphy

Mr Jon Murphy today began as Chief Constable of Merseyside Police. (Press release 1 Feb 2010)
Mr Murphy has a significant amount of experience in policing Merseyside having begun his career in the Force in 1975 and worked his way up through the ranks over the past three decades. Mr Murphy's understanding and knowledge of Merseyside will be a valuable asset to the Force, as will the experience he gained as Head of Operations at the National Crime Squad and most recently the Association of Chief Police Officers' National Coordinator of Serious and Organised Crime.

On taking up the role Chief Constable Jon Murphy said:

"Very few officers have the honour of becoming Chief Constable in the Force area in which they were born, began their career and worked up through the ranks. I am looking forward to the challenge of leading Merseyside Police.

"Merseyside has seen a continuing fall in crime over the last four years and I am dedicated to continuing that fight against crime, making the streets of Merseyside a safe place to live, work and visit.