Flomaton Appoints New Police Chief

Flomaton, AL (Newsradio 92.3) -- The Town of Flomaton has a new police chief. The town council voted unanimously Monday night to promote interim Chief Justin Hetrick to the full-time position. Hetrick, who has been serving as interim chief since early December, says transparency and community engagement will be crucial to his administration. The department has seven certified officers. Hetrick's promotion comes after former Chief Dereck Lowry resigned in December after serving since May 2024. The council initially appointed Hetrick as interim chief before holding a special meeting Monday to officially interview and vote on his permanent promotion.