Chief Fortenberry aims to rebuild trust, expand Columbia PD

Chief Fortenberry aims to rebuild trust, expand Columbia PD

COLUMBIA, Miss. (WHLT) - One year ago, Adrien Fortenberry was sworn in as chief of the Columbia Police Department. He took over following a staff shakeup, which included the resignation of former Chief Michael Kelly and the departure of several officers. The department was down to three officers when Fortenberry arrived. In the past year, he's worked to rebuild the ranks, hiring 10 new officers. Most of them are certified and have experience. …