Jason Eschert
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WPD to focus on rebuilding trust
WADESBORO — Holding a press conference last Wednesday, the Wadesboro Police Department announced exciting news for the people of Wadesboro. Speaking publicly for the first time since resuming his role as Chief of Wadesboro Police, Thedis Spencer confirms he has been sworn in as Interim Chief, a role he came…
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Secretly recorded audio offers former WPD Interim Chief Eschert some vindication
*Story updated to reflect three corrections; 1) a typo of FBI instead of the intended SBI, 2) Lynn Clodfelter is district attorney over Stanly and Montgomery Counties, 3) a typo, Blitz was approved for apprehension
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No charges to be filed in K-9’s shooting death- instead a lawsuit
WADESBORO — Late Friday, Interim Wadesboro Police Chief Jason Eschert posted an official statement released by his office detailing conclusions made by investigators into the death of K-9 Officer Blitz, who was shot to death by a fellow WPD officer following a high-speed chase and traffic stop April 2.
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Community shows up for slain K9 officer
WADESBORO — A community in mourning, Ansonians gathered on the square in uptown Wadesboro Saturday to show their appreciation for the life and service of one very special canine, Officer K-9 Blitz, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty after a high-speed chase that began in Wadesboro…
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Slain officer results in county-wide uproar
WADESBORO — It has been an emotional week for the members of the law enforcement and dog handlers’ community, as well as for Anson County residents following the tragic loss of an officer in the line of duty, K-9 Blitz, when he was shot to death by a fellow WPD…
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Meet the Interim Police Chief
WADESBORO — The interim Chief of the Wadesboro Police Department Jason Eschert comes to Wadesboro from the Oakboro Police Department. He says he currently lives in Stanly County, in a home across the street from his parents.
