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In this episode of Running Code, we meet Sgt. Andrew Lou from NNPD’s North Precinct and Tactical Operations Unit. In this wide-ranging conversation, Sgt. Lou talks about his Chinese heritage, his unexpected start to his law enforcement career, his love of fitness, canines and cosplay, and more.

Lt. Thomas Spence is the featured guest in this episode of Running Code. In this show, he talks about how he had never planned to become a cop until a memorable ride-along one night changed his whole outlook. He also talks about his experience in the training academy, his division’s important work in the city, his passion for law enforcement, and much more.

Detective Anne O'Neill is our guest in the 20th installment of Running Code. Now a detective in NNPD's Aggravated Assault Unit, Detective O'Neill talks about how she joined NNPD, her new assignment, her role as an instructor in NNPD's Training Academy, and her love of fine dining.

Officer Tiffany Williams is our guest in this episode of Running Code! Officer Williams has served with NNPD for approximately 2 years. She became interested in law enforcement after tragedy struck her family when she was young. Her dream of becoming an officer was delayed, but not denied. In this show, she talks about her unconventional career path, her desire to help people, her career goals, being a military spouse and much more.

Sgt. Michael Goss is featured in this episode of Running Code. The supervisor of NNPD's high school SRO unit, Sgt. Goss talks about NNPD's relationship with youth, his career path, his love for dad jokes and his work with the NNPD Honor Guard.

Forensic Specialist Kelly Wells is our guest in this episode of Running Code. Wells talks about her 20+ years with NNPD, starting off as a records technician before transitioning to the Forensic Services Unit. In this show, she discusses what it takes to be a good crime scene investigator, her somewhat unconventional route to get to where she is, and how she deals with the stress of the job.

Lt. Kevin Rogers is the guest in the latest episode of Running Code. After seven years in the Air Force, this New York native found a home in Hampton Roads and joined the NNPD in 1997. He has served in numerous units throughout the department, and now serves as the lieutenant over the Internal Affairs Division. In that role, he serves as a mentor and coach to NNPD officers, while also making sure the department’s policies are followed and standards are upheld.

In this episode, Lt. Rogers talks about his time in the Air Force, serving as a father figure to younger officers, some of his favorite past assignments in the department and more.

Episode 15 features North Precinct Patrol Officer Donte Hobbs. He has served with NNPD for just over two years and feels that law enforcement, and helping youth, is his calling. He didn’t always know that to be true – Officer Hobbs has overcome a number of hurdles in his life to get where he is today, which he discusses in this show. He also talks about his self-help book, How Badly Do You Want It?, his ministry at Liberty Live, and much more.

MPO Aaron Watkins has served with NNPD for more than 13 years. He is currently assigned to the Recruiting Division, but previously worked in patrol, as a business relations officer, and an SRO. In this episode, he talks about his past assignments, his focus on community policing, and mentoring the youth of today.

Episode 13 features Misty Mercer, who has more than 40 years of experience with NNPD. From working patrol in the 1980s, to a distinguished career as a detective, investigator Mercer came out of retirement to serve as a part-time investigator with NNPD’s newly-formed Cold Case Unit, which works to solve older homicide cases.

Episode 12 of Running Code features J.P. Smith. A 24-year veteran of NNPD, Capt. Smith currently oversees the Support Services Division, which includes the records division, training, recruiting and property and evidence units. Capt. Smith also talks about his recently published book and his work on NNPD's CISM Team.

MPO Skip Blanchard is our guest in Episode 11. The self-proclaimed oldest officer on NNPD, Blanchard got his start in policing in 1983 and currently services as the SRO at Warwick High. In this show, he talks about building relationships with people, mentoring younger officers, and much more.

In this episode, Lt. Churchill joins the show. One of our long-time leaders in North Precinct, Lt. Churchill is also the Commander and an 18-year member of the Tactical Operations Unit, a family man and a key voice in the area of officer health and wellness.

In this episode, Sgt. Jeffery Hollandsworth joins the show. He discusses his 21-year career with NNPD, which has included stints in South Precinct, notable assignments with the Tactical Operations Unit (SWAT Team), and now as one of the leaders of the NNPD Training Academy.

In this episode of Running Code, Det. Tesfaya Campbell from the Major Crimes Division is our guest. Det. Campbell talks about his career in the U.S. Air Force before transitioning to the NNPD, the importance of mental health and family, and making the most of second chances. Also, lots of pop culture references.

In this episode of Running Code, we feature Officer Wilfredo Reyes from NNPD's South Precinct. Officer Reyes, a five-year veteran of the department, talks about his New York roots, what drew him to law enforcement, the Hispanic/Latino community in Newport News, and the importance of family.

Our latest installment of Running Code features a homegrown product of Newport News, Assistant Chief Brandon Creswell. The Newport News native has served with NNPD for more than 20 years, working numerous and varied assignments before rising through the ranks to Assistant Chief in 2020. Among other topics, Chief Creswell talks about his family’s history in Newport News, some of his most enjoyable assignments and moments as an officer, and what leadership means to him. And yes: he, too, has a funny Capt. Tietjens story.

In the next installment of Running Code, our hosts have a chat with Sgt. Kevin Mallette. Sgt. Mallette was formerly in the U.S. Marine Reserves before starting what is now a 17-plus-year career with NNPD. He currently serves in the Recruiting Division. He shares about his career journey here. Sgt. Mallette even shares a funny story about a call for service he had with Capt. Tietjens, while the captain shares why he didn't like to show up to the same call as Mallette.

In our next episode of the Running Code podcast, we feature Sgt. James and Aaron Huling. They are the first father and son to serve NNPD as sergeants at the same time. In this episode, Aaron talks about his decision to become a fifth-generation Huling in law enforcement. Among other topics, they also discuss their experience working with another and their family dynamics.

In our third episode, we talk to Captain Alison Funaiock about her journey into law enforcement. From an uncertain beginning due to a health concern, to a steady ascent through the ranks, Capt. Funaiock has been a trailblazer in more ways than one.

In our second episode, MPO Nick Stewart joins the show to talk about his journey into law enforcement and introduces us to one of his police K-9s, bloodhound P.J.

In the first episode of NNPD's podcast, Running Code, we meet our hosts, Capt. Tietjens and Lt. Morgan, hear about how they joined the department and outline upcoming episodes of the podcast.