California’s statewide law enforcement agency has some new leaders.
Highway Patrol Commissioner, Sean Duryee recently announced a new Deputy Commissioner, Ezery Beauchamp and new Assistant Commissioner, Rodney Ellison have been added to the CHP’s management team.
“I am thrilled to have such experienced and respected professionals on our executive management team,” Commissioner Duryee said. “Their extensive backgrounds in law enforcement and commitment to serving the people of California will greatly enhance the CHP’s ability to meet the challenges ahead.”
Dep. Com. Beauchamp has more than 23-years experience and has held various assignments including Commander of the Golden Gate Communication Center; Personnel and Training Division; and, most recently, the Department’s Assistant Commissioner, Field.
He will oversee the day-to-day operations, the administrative and field operations of the CHP, as well as the Offices of Legal Affairs, Internal Affairs, Equal Employment Opportunity, Risk Management, the Office of Accreditation and Community Outreach and Marketing.
D.C. Beauchamp replaces Troy Lukkes, who retired from the CHP in July after 30 years.
A.C. Ellison has over 29-years of law enforcement experience. His resume includes assignments on the Governor’s Protective Detail; Investigative Services Section; Community Outreach and Recruitment; and most recently, the Commander of the CHP’s Central Division. In his new role, A.C. Ellison will have executive level oversight of the CHP’s eight Field Divisions and Protective Services Division.
