STATESVILLE, N.C. — In response to a string of violent crimes in Statesville, officials with the police department announced that it is adding five part-time officers to the force.
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According to Channel 9's partners at the Statesville Record and Landmark, the city began taking applications for the positions Wednesday.
Chief Joe Barone said full-time officers can work part-time in other jurisdictions, so the hiring move is a great way to get veterans in the department.
The part-time positions pay $25 an hour.
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