SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Doris Turner (D-Springfield) issued the following statement on the retirement of Springfield Police Chief Kenny Winslow:

“Chief Kenny Winslow has served the Springfield community with honor and dignity for many years. We have long had a friendly and productive working relationship going back to my time on the Springfield City Council.

“The Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police is lucky to have Mr. Winslow – I know he will provide a great sense of knowledge and experience. I congratulate him on a successful career as police chief, and look forward to his continued service.”

Chief Winslow will be joining the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police as its part-time deputy director.