In a recent interview, 52nd Police Precinct Commander James Alles said he was indeed retiring, but not because of illness as was reported publicly by a member of his staff.
“In fact, I’m even healthier than before because I’m working out now,” Alles said during a wide-ranging interview in his office at the Five-Two headquarters on Webster Avenue.
Earlier this year, Alles missed two and a half months of work after surgery for an undisclosed medical condition. But he says the condition is behind him and he’s looking forward to life as a civilian after 28 years with the city’s police department. He said he’s most looking forward to spending time with his family.
Alles will leave his post on Oct. 16, but will remain with the department for several weeks because he still has paid leave built up over the years. Captain Phil Rivera will take over on an interim basis while the police department determines a replacement.
We’ll have more from our interview with Alles in the next issue of the Norwood News on Oct. 22.
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