The former Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent, Ian Johnston, has been appointed as an Ambassador for Wales by charity Crimestoppers.
The new appointment will see Mr Johnston work with the Wales volunteer committee to boost Crimestoppers’ profile.
He said: “I am thrilled and privileged to have been appointed Crimestoppers’ Ambassador for Wales and will apply the same commitment that I carried for my position as Police and Crime Commissioner to this new role.
“I want to work closely with communities and organisations that share Crimestoppers’ vision to tackle crime, and build a safe environment for residents, local people, and businesses.”
Mark Hallas, Chief Executive for Crimestoppers, added: “As an independent charity, Crimestoppers relies heavily on its volunteers. Without them, its contributions towards a safer society would not be possible.
“We are delighted that Ian has agreed to join our organisation and look forward to working with him. We are sure that his wealth of expertise and undaunted enthusiasm will be of great importance in spreading the Crimestoppers message and helping to make communities in Wales safer places to live.”
Mr Johnston joins Crimestoppers following a distinguished police career where he held a variety of roles within Gwent Police including Head of CID and was awarded the Queen’s Police Medal for distinguished service in 2003.
After his retirement from the police service, he became President of the Police Superintendents’ Association of England and Wales and was elected as Police and Crime Commissioner in 2012, a role he stepped down from earlier this year.