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Gallery: Kenton Buckner sworn in as Syracuse police chief

Kenton Buckner is sworn into his new position as the Syracuse Police Department Chief by Mayor Ben Walsh.
Kenton Buckner is sworn into his new position as the Syracuse Police Department Chief by Mayor Ben Walsh. Dan Lyon | The Daily Orange
Almost 100 people attended, including local first responders, journalists and government representatives.
Almost 100 people attended, including local first responders, journalists and government representatives. Dan Lyon | The Daily Orange
Congressman John Katko (R-Camillus) takes a seat next to Onondaga County Sheriff Gene Conway before the ceremony begins.
Congressman John Katko (R-Camillus) takes a seat next to Onondaga County Sheriff Gene Conway before the ceremony begins. Dan Lyon | The Daily Orange
Buckner previously served as the chief of police in Little Rock, Arkansas, as well as working 21 years with the Louisville Police Department in various positions.
Buckner previously served as the chief of police in Little Rock, Arkansas, as well as working 21 years with the Louisville Police Department in various positions. Dan Lyon | The Daily Orange
Police Chaplain Pastor Daren Jamie gave both the invocation and benediction at the ceremony.
Police Chaplain Pastor Daren Jamie gave both the invocation and benediction at the ceremony. Dan Lyon | The Daily Orange
"It is my belief that your resume gets you interviews," Buckner said, "but God opens doors."
"It is my belief that your resume gets you interviews," Buckner said, "but God opens doors." Dan Lyon | The Daily Orange
Following his appointment as chief of police, Buckner greeted members of the community in attendance.
Following his appointment as chief of police, Buckner greeted members of the community in attendance. Dan Lyon | The Daily Orange
The official swearing was at the John C. Dillon Public Safety Building in downtown Syracuse.
The official swearing was at the John C. Dillon Public Safety Building in downtown Syracuse. Dan Lyon | The Daily Orange

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