Image: Abby PD / Sgt. Paul Walker oversaw media relations for the Abbotsford Police Department during the atmospheric river events of November 2021, and he was credited by Abbotsford PD Chief Mike Serr for his open, transparent communication during the floods. Sgt. Walker announced Wednesday he is moving on as the media rep to become a sergeant in charge of the Abbotsford PD's Traffic Enforcement Unit. He thanked everyone for their support and assistance during his time as media relations spokesman.

By Mike Vanden Bosch

Abby PD media rep switching roles

Abby PD media rep moving on to traffic division, was steady hand during floods

Jun 1, 2023 | 3:10 PM

ABBOTSFORD — When the atmospheric river events of November 2021 caused unprecedented chaos in and around Abbotsford, Abbotsford Police Department spokesman Sgt. Paul Walker was a steady hand during a turbulent month.

“Paul’s first days in media were during the flood and he ensured open and transparent communication,” Abbotsford Police Chief Mike Serr said on Facebook. “That never wavered during his tenure; a community builder.”

More than 18 months removed from those tumultuous events, Sgt. Walker will be heading on to his next assignment but remaining with the department.

Sgt. Walker announced Wednesday evening that he will leaving his role as media relations officer for the Abby PD and taking on the role of sergeant in charge of the department’s Traffic Enforcement Unit.

Abby PD media rep moving on to traffic division, was steady hand during floods

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