About Us

We are committed to enhancing the law enforcement profession by promoting communication, cooperation, and professional development across all levels of command in West Virginia’s police departments. Through regular meetings, collaborative initiatives, and shared resources, we support those leading the way in public safety.

Code of Ethics & Standards

We carry our work with integrity, courage, and faith: in each other, in our mission, and in the communities we serve.

Our By-Laws

Board Members

President
Chief Shawn Schwertfeger

Wheeling Police Department
2115 Chapline St.
Wheeling, WV 26003
schwerts@wheelingwv.gov
304-234-3708

Vice President
Chief Scott Dempsey

Charleston Police Department
501 Virginia St. East
Charleston, WV 25301
scott.dempsey@charlestonwvpolice.org
304-348-6460

Treasurer
Chief Eric Powell

Morgantown Police Department
300 Spruce St.
Morgantown, WV 26505
epowell@morgantownwv.gov
304-284-7454

Secretary
Captain Andrew Gordon

South Charleston Police
235 4th Ave
South Charleston, WV 25303

Past President
Retired Chief Raymond Fridley

Ripley Police Department
102 South St.
Ripley, WV 25271
rl.fridley@yahoo.com
304-372-4711

Chaplain
Captain Phil Watkins

Huntington Police Department
675 10th St.
Huntington, WV 25701

Parlimentarian
Deputy Chief David S. Allard

Public Information Officer (PIO)
Beckley Police Department
501 Neville St.
Beckley WV, 25801
dallard@beckleypd.com
Office 304-256-1717
Fax 304-256-1736