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New Woodland Park Police Chief Passaic County's 1st Female Top Cop

Woodland Park on Wednesday night officially welcomed new Police Chief Eileen Tiernan -- the first female police chief in Passaic County history.

Police Chief Eileen Tiernan addresses the crowd after being sworn in.

Police Chief Eileen Tiernan addresses the crowd after being sworn in.

Photo Credit: COURTESY: Borough of Woodland Park

"Congratulations to Capt. Eileen Tiernan on your promotion to chief," the department wrote in a Facebook post. "You possess every quality and characteristic of a true leader.

"The department and the borough are in your capable hands. We are proud to call you chief."

Tiernan became the officer-in-charge after now-former Police Chief Anthony Galietti abruptly retired two months ago.

Mayor Keith Kazmak said the 25-year department veteran "has earned the respect of the Police Department, the Council and the entire community.”

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