The Marshfield Police Department has announced two promotions and two acting captain appointments as the department undergoes organizational transitions.
Police Chief Phil Tavares announced that Brendan Meehan has been promoted to sergeant and Stephen Mulligan has been promoted from sergeant to lieutenant. Both officers were recognized for their experience, leadership and service to the Marshfield community.
The promotions place Meehan and Mulligan in supervisory positions responsible for overseeing daily police operations, supporting officers and maintaining departmental accountability.
Tavares also announced the appointments of Lt. Christopher Jones and Lt. William Sullivan to acting captain positions. Jones will serve as acting administrative captain, while Sullivan will serve as acting operations captain.
According to Tavares, the appointments are intended to strengthen departmental leadership and oversight as the agency navigates organizational changes and the evolving demands of policing.
The chief praised all four officers for their dedication to the department and expressed confidence in their ability to carry out their new responsibilities.
