Apex, North Carolina has announced the hiring of Ferguson Police Chief Jason Armstrong as their new chief.
Update: The story has been reported by the Post-Dispatch.
Update, July 7, 1:00 pm – statement from Mayor Ella Jones:
Police Chief Jason Armstrong has notified the City that he has accepted another position and will be leaving the City of Ferguson in July. While this is a disappointment to the City, we wish him much success in his future endeavors and thank him for his service to Ferguson.
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