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#4 Local Justice: Inside Law Enforcement with Chris Watts
05/20/2026
#4 Local Justice: Inside Law Enforcement with Chris Watts
In this episode of Local Justice, attorney Ben Leder sits down with Rock Hill Police Chief Chris Watts to discuss his decades of service in law enforcement and his role in protecting the community. Chief Watts shares his journey from starting as an EMT to becoming Chief of Police, along with insights from his experience in narcotics, SWAT, and special operations. The conversation also explores multi-agency collaboration, challenges in modern policing, and the importance of building trust within the community. Learn how law enforcement agencies work together, what it takes to lead a police department, and why community relationships are critical to public safety. Local Justice is a community-focused series by Elrod Pope, hosted by attorney Ben Leder, highlighting important topics and the people making a difference in York County and surrounding areas. Learn more at: https://elrodpope.com/
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