Lynchburg police captain announces retirement

LYNCHBURG (WSLS 10) - Lynchburg Police Captain W.W. "Whit" Clark is retiring after 32 years of service.

Capt. Clark will work his last day on Friday, September 4, 2015 with the LPD.

Capt. Clark started his career in 1983 and has served the Department in the Field Operations Bureau, Tactical Unit, Traffic Safety Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, K9 Unit, and Tactical Unit. Capt. Clark also served as a Hostage/Crisis Negotiator, Firearms Instructor and Defensive Tactics Instructor. During his time with the LPD, Capt. Clark received the LPD's Honorable Service Award, Meritorious Service Award, and Life Saving Award.

Clark was promoted to Lieutenant in 2006 and to Captain in 2010.

"Thank you for your dedicated service to the Lynchburg community for 32 years!"