Henry White, Jr.

Chief Henry M. White Jr. (Retired) is a 35-year veteran of the Atlantic City Police Department, serving from 1985 until his retirement on October 1, 2020. He was appointed Chief of Police in December 2013 and led the department through the administrations of four Atlantic City mayors.

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As Chief, he emphasized community policing, creation of the Neighborhood Coordination Officer program, quality-of-life initiatives, and technological advancements, including the deployment of body-worn cameras and the establishment of a modern surveillance center. Chief White co-founded the Atlantic City Police Foundation in 2013 and currently serves as its Vice Chair. In this role, he helps guide the Foundation’s mission to support officer training, technology, youth programming, and community outreach efforts that strengthen public safety across Atlantic City.

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He is also a principal of Superior Security Consultants, a firm providing armed and unarmed security services. In addition, he is active with professional and civic organizations, including the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), where he serves as Chairperson of the Constitution & Bylaws Committee for the New Jersey chapter, the Atlantic City Branch of the NAACP, where he serves on the executive committee. and is a member of the Board of Director’s for the Atlantic City Police Athletic League (PAL).

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Over the course of his distinguished career, Chief White has been the recipient of numerous local and state awards and recognitions honoring his leadership, service, and dedication to the Atlantic City community.

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