Chief Wayne Smith and the Shreveport Police Department recognized four officers who have earned new leadership roles within the department.

Justin Metzger and Michael Bianco were promoted to lieutenant.

James Tilley and Stephen Desselle were promoted to sergeant.

Chief Smith and the command staff congratulated the officers on the achievement and welcomed them into their new leadership roles.

The department said leadership comes with greater responsibility and that it looks forward to the experience, dedication and commitment each officer will bring to the new positions.