James Slusser (August 30, 1916 – June 6, 1996)[1] was an American police officer. He was a longtime Pittsburgh police leader who served as Pittsburgh Police Chief from August 13, 1952[2]-January 5, 1970.[3] He joined the force in 1941.[4]

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James W. Slusser
BornAugust 30, 1916
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US
DiedJune 6, 1996(1996-06-06) (aged 79)
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US
Police career
DepartmentPittsburgh Police
Service years1941–1970
(Pittsburgh Police)
Rank - Chief
August 13, 1952-
January 5, 1970
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After retiring, Slusser became the first director of the Allegheny County Police Training Academy at suburban North Park from 1971[5][6] until at least early 1975.[7][8]

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