Command Staff
Superintendent, Rhode Island State Police
Director, Rhode Island Department of Public Safety
Colonel Darnell S. Weaver
Colonel Darnell S. Weaver was appointed by Governor Daniel J. McKee on April 29, 2022, to serve as the 15th Superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police and as the Director of the Rhode Island Department of Public Safety.
Colonel Weaver grew up in Cranston, Rhode Island and has a long and respected 29-year career as a veteran of the Rhode Island State Police. Colonel Weaver oversees and is responsible for statewide law enforcement and regulation. Colonel Weaver is also in charge of the Patrol Bureau, Detective Bureau, Administrative Bureau, Division specialty units, and the Department of Public Safety. The Patrol Bureau includes the District “A” and District “B” patrols, as well as Emergency Response and Service Units and the Governor’s Executive Security Detail. The Detective Bureau includes Cyber Crimes/Fusion Center/JCTF, Narcotics/High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force (HIDTA), Violent Fugitive Task Force (VFTF), Major Crimes, Gaming Enforcement, Special Victims Unit, and other specialized investigative units. The Administrative Bureau includes the Central Management Office; Management Information Systems; Fleet/Supply; Technology and Communications; NCIC/RILETS; Planning, Research and Accreditation; and Capital Projects. The Department of Public Safety includes the Capitol Police Department, Division of Sheriffs, E-911 Uniform Emergency Telephone System and personnel, Public Safety Grants Administration Office, Division Training Academy, and the Municipal Police Training Academy.
As a ranking officer, Colonel Weaver served at all barracks as a member of the Uniform Bureau. His previous assignments include Night Executive Officer and Assistant Patrol Commander of both the Hope Valley and Wickford Barracks. He was a member of the Honor Guard Unit and served as a Field Training Officer. In addition, Colonel Weaver served as the Officer-in-Charge of the State Police Training Academy and Commandant of the 2016 Rhode Island State Police Recruit Academy class. Later assignments included District “A” Commander, Director of Training overseeing daily operations for the Division Training Academy and Municipal Police Training Academy, and Uniform Bureau Commander responsible for uniform troopers and patrols throughout the State. Most recently, he served as Deputy Superintendent and Chief of Field Operations.
Colonel Weaver also serves on several boards and commissions, including the New England State Police Information Network (NESPIN), Rhode Island Police Chief’s Association (RIPCA), and is a part of the New England State Police Compact (NESPAC), the Rhode Island Statewide Records Management System Board of Advisors, and the Criminal Justice Hall of Fame.
Prior to joining the Rhode Island State Police, Colonel Weaver served in the United States Marine Corps.
Deputy Superintendent and Chief of Field Operations
Lieutenant Colonel Erik Yanyar
Lieutenant Colonel Erik Yanyar, a graduate of the 2000 recruit class, currently serves as the Deputy Superintendent and Chief of Field Operations, and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Uniform, Detective, and Administrative Bureaus within the State Police as well as the Department of Public Safety.
Prior to his current role, Lieutenant Colonel Yanyar served as the Uniform Bureau Commander and was responsible for all Uniform Bureau operations throughout Rhode Island.
His first assignment within the Command Staff was Division Administrative Officer, overseeing the Central Management Office; Technology and Communications; Management Information Systems; NCIC/RILETS; Supply/Fleet Operations; Planning, Research and Accreditation; and Capital Projects.
Previous assignments include Night Executive Officer, Patrol Commander of the Lincoln Woods Barracks, and Officer-in-Charge of Planning, Research and Accreditation.
As a member of the Uniform Bureau, he was assigned to all the Division Barracks and served 10 years as a patrol/narcotics K-9 handler with the Division Canine Unit. As a member of the Detective Bureau, he was assigned to the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Unit.
Lieutenant Colonel Yanyar holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Roger Williams University in Criminal Justice. He also served for 7 years in the Rhode Island Army National Guard.
Administrative Bureau Commander
Major Peter J. Cambio
Major Cambio, a graduate of the 2000 Recruit Class, serves as the Commander of the Administrative Bureau. In this capacity, he oversees the Central Management Office; Technology and Communications; Management Information Systems; NCIC/RILETS; Planning, Research and Accreditation; Capital Projects and Facilities; Supply and Fleet Operations; and the Community, Diversity and Equity Unit. He also oversees the operations of the Rhode Island Municipal Police Training Academy and the Rhode Island State Police Training Academy. Major Cambio served on the Construction Project Committee responsible for overseeing the development of the new Rhode Island State Police Southern Public Safety Complex.
Major Cambio previously served as the Commanding Officer of the Department of Public Safety, where he was responsible for overseeing the operations of the E-911 Uniform Emergency Telephone System, Rhode Island Capitol Police, and Rhode Island Division of Sheriffs. Prior to that assignment, he served as the Division Administrative Captain within the Administrative Bureau. His previous Division assignments also include serving as the Human Resources Lieutenant and Commandant of the Rhode Island State Police Training Academy.
During his assignments within the Uniform Bureau, Major Cambio served at the Chepachet, Wickford, Lincoln Woods, and Scituate Barracks. He also served as the Scituate Barracks Prosecution Officer and Wickford Barracks Assistant Patrol Commander.
Major Cambio served in the United States Marine Corps Reserve. He is a graduate of La Salle Academy and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Northeastern University.
Department of Public Safety Commander
Major Damien Longo
Major Longo, a graduate of the 2000 recruit class, serves as the Commanding Officer of the Department of Public Safety, where he is responsible for overseeing the operations of the E-911 Uniform Emergency Telephone System, Rhode Island Capitol Police, and Rhode Island Division of Sheriffs.
Major Longo previously served as the Officer-in-Charge of the Professional Standards Unit. The Professional Standards Unit is responsible for investigating all complaints and allegations made against sworn and civilian members of the State Police.
As a member of the Uniform Bureau, Major Longo was assigned to the Hope Valley, Lincoln Woods, Scituate, and Wickford Barracks. In 2012, Major Longo was transferred to the Detective Bureau and assigned to the Computer Crimes Unit. While in the Computer Crimes Unit, Major Longo was a member of the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force and the Joint Cyber Task Force (JCTF). Major Longo also was a detective in the Auto Theft Unit before becoming the Officer-in-Charge of the Major Crimes Unit.
Major Longo holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science and Criminal Justice and a minor concentration in Economics from Stonehill College. Major Longo also holds a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Roger Williams University.
Detective Bureau Commander
Major Marc A. Alboum
Major Marc A. Alboum, a graduate of the 2005 recruit class, serves as the Detective Bureau Commander. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the Division’s Major Crimes Unit, Special Victim’s Unit, Intelligence Unit, Violent Fugitive Task Force (VFTF), Forensic Services Unit, Financial Crimes Unit, Rhode Island Fusion Center, Auto Theft Unit Task Force, Narcotics Unit/High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Task Force, Computer Crimes Unit/Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, Gaming Enforcement Unit, Adult Correctional Institution Investigative Unit, Division of Motor Vehicles Investigative Unit, Evidence/Property Unit, and the Rhode Island Sex Offender Registration Notification Unit.
While assigned to the Uniform Bureau, Major Alboum served at the Lincoln Woods Barracks, Hope Valley Barracks, and Wickford Barracks. His additional previous Uniform Bureau assignments include being in the capacity of a Field Training Officer and a Non-Commissioned Officer assigned to late patrol.
Major Alboum was transferred to the Detective Bureau in 2012 where he was assigned to the Major Crimes Unit. In addition to the Major Crimes Unit, Major Alboum has served in the Narcotics Unit/High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Task Force, Computer Crimes Unit/Internet Crimes against Children Task Force, and the Intelligence Unit where his last assignment was as the Officer-In-Charge. Major Alboum also served as a task force officer with the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force.
Prior to joining the Rhode Island State Police, Major Alboum served four years with the South Kingstown Police Department.
Major Alboum holds a Master of Science Degree in Administration of Justice and Homeland Security from Salve Regina University, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Roger Williams University, and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education and Exercise Science from the University of Rhode Island.
Uniform Bureau Commander
Major Sean McGehearty
Major Sean P. McGehearty, a graduate of the 2005 recruit class, serves as the Uniform Bureau Commander. In this role, Major McGehearty is responsible for the operations of the Uniform Bureau throughout the State of Rhode Island.
As a ranking officer, Major McGehearty served as the Division Administrative Officer, Human Resources Officer; Patrol Commander of the Lincoln Woods Barracks; Night Executive Officer; Assistant Patrol Commander of the Scituate Barracks; Patrol Supervisor at Wickford Barracks; Late Patrol Supervisor; and Prosecution Officer at the Lincoln Woods Barracks.
As a member of the Detective Bureau, Major McGehearty was assigned to the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Task Force, the Rhode Island Violent Fugitive Task Force (VFTF), and as a task force officer with the United States Marshals Service. As a Trooper in the Uniform Bureau, Major McGehearty was assigned to the Wickford, Hope Valley, and Lincoln Woods Barracks. Additionally, Major McGehearty served in ancillary assignments as a Patrol/Narcotics Detection K-9 handler, Firearms Instructor, member of the Technical Investigations Unit, Crisis Negotiator, Auxiliary Member of the Commercial Enforcement Unit, and member of the Honor Guard.
Before joining the Rhode Island State Police, Major McGehearty served three years with the Pawtucket Police Department and three years with the New Hampshire State Police.
Major McGehearty holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology with a minor in Education and a Master of Arts Degree in Higher Education Administration from Boston College. Additionally, Major McGehearty holds a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Norwich University.
Director of Training
Captain Thomas Chabot
Captain Chabot, a graduate of the 2000 recruit class, serves as the Director of Training. In this role, he oversees all initial and ongoing training and qualifications for sworn Division personnel. He is also responsible for managing both the Rhode Island Municipal Police Training Academy and the Rhode Island State Police Training Academy. Additionally, Captain Chabot collaborates with other Rhode Island Department of Public Safety agencies, including the R.I. Division of Sheriffs and R.I. Capitol Police, to coordinate and oversee their respective training programs.
Captain Chabot has served at the Lincoln Woods, Scituate, Wickford, and Hope Valley Barracks, as a member of the Uniform Bureau. His other previous Uniform Bureau assignments include the Lincoln Woods Barracks Prosecution Officer, the Wickford Barracks Assistant Shift Supervisor, Non-Commissioned Officer Late Patrol Supervisor, and Night Executive Officer. Beyond his Uniform Bureau assignments, Captain Chabot was assigned to the Rhode Island Municipal Police Training Academy, where he served as the Basic Training Officer. His leadership experience also includes serving as the Capitol Projects Coordinator in the Administrative Bureau, the Training Academy Commandant, and the Division Human Resources Officer.
From 2002 to 2023, Captain Chabot was a dedicated member of the Rhode Island State Police Tactical Team. In his final two years on the team, he proudly served as the Tactical Team Commander, overseeing critical operations and highly trained personnel. Captain Chabot attended the University of Rhode Island where he studied Fine Arts.
Assistant Detective Commander
Captain Derek G. Melfi
Captain Melfi, a graduate of the 2005 recruit class, serves as an Assistant Detective Commander. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the Division's Violent Fugitive Task Force (VFTF), Computer / Cyber Crimes Unit, Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC), Narcotics / High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force (HIDTA), and Gaming Enforcement Unit.
While assigned to the Uniform Bureau, Captain Melfi served at the Lincoln Barracks, Hope Valley Barracks, Chepachet Barracks and Scituate Barracks. His additional previous Uniform Bureau assignments include being a Field Training Officer and Supervisor in Charge of the Domestic Highway Enforcement team.
Captain Melfi was transferred to the Detective Bureau in 2012, where he was assigned to the Narcotics / High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force (HIDTA). Captain Melfi worked in this assignment in all rank capacities, ultimately promoting to Lieutenant and becoming the Officer-In-Charge. Captain Melfi also serves as a sworn Task Force Officer with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Violent Crime Task Force. Captain Melfi's last assignment was the Officer-In-Charge of the Major Crimes Unit.
Captain Melfi holds a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Strategic Management from Boston University and is pursuing a second Master of Science Degree in Public Safety from the University of Virginia. Captain Melfi holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Roger Williams University and is a graduate of the 295th session of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy.
Division Operations Commander
Captain Peter Filuminia
Captain Filuminia, a member of the Class of 2000 recruit class, currently holds the position of the Division Operations Commander. In this role, he is tasked with overseeing various specialty units within the Division including the Governor’s Executive Security, Airport Operations, Canine, Motorcycle, Marine, Tactical Team, Crisis Negotiation, Honor Guard, Collision Reconstruction, Public Order Platoon, and UAS/Drone.
While assigned to the Uniform Bureau, Captain Filuminia served at each of the Division Barracks, as a Field Training Officer and also as a resident Trooper of New Shoreham. In a supervisory role, he served as a Non-Commissioned Officer, the Prosecution Officer at the Lincoln Barracks and the Field Training Officers’ Supervisor.
Most recently, Captain Filuminia served as the Operations Officer, overseeing the planning of special events. This role also included serving as a liaison to the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency and as the Officer- in-Charge of the RI Alerts Program. Previously, he served for six years as the Commander of the Governor’s Executive Security Unit overseeing the protection of two Governors, and as a Night Executive Officer. Additionally, Captain Filuminia has served in several specialty units, including the Canine Unit for 14 years as a two-time handler, as a Motorcycle Unit member for 16 years and current Unit Commander, and as an Honor Guard member.
Captain Filuminia holds an associate’s degree in criminal justice from the Community College of Rhode Island, with continued education at Rhode Island College. He is currently enrolled in the 300th class of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy.
Captain Mark McGehearty
District “A” Commander
Captain Mark D. McGehearty
Captain Mark D. McGehearty, a graduate of the 2005 recruit class, serves as the District “A” Commander. In this role, Captain McGehearty oversees the Lincoln Woods Barracks, the Scituate Barracks, the Traffic Safety Unit, and the Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal.
During his tenure as a Lieutenant, Captain McGehearty served as Patrol Commander at the Lincoln Woods Barracks, Hope Valley Barracks, and as Night Executive Officer. As a Non-Commissioned Officer, he served as a supervisor at the Wickford Barracks, Lincoln Woods Barracks, Traffic Safety Unit, and Late Patrol.
As a member of the Detective Bureau, Captain McGehearty was assigned to the Intelligence Unit, the Rhode Island Violent Fugitive Task Force (VFTF), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Rhode Island Safe Streets Task Force. As a Trooper in the Uniform Bureau, Captain McGehearty was assigned to the Lincoln Woods, Hope Valley, Scituate, and Wickford Barracks.
Prior to joining the Rhode Island State Police, Captain McGehearty served as a police officer with the Pawtucket Police Department.
Captain McGehearty holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History with a minor in Education, as well as a Master of Arts degree in Higher Education Administration from Boston College. He also earned a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Norwich University. Additionally, Captain McGehearty is a graduate of the 292nd session of the FBI National Academy.
Assistant Detective Commander
Captain Herbert D. Tilson
Captain Herbert D. Tilson, a graduate of the 2005 recruit class, serves as an Assistant Detective Commander. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the Division’s Major Crimes Unit, Special Victim’s Unit, Forensic Services Unit, Financial Crimes Unit, Rhode Island Fusion Center, the Rhode Island Auto Theft Task Force, Adult Correctional Institution Investigative (ACI) Unit, Division of Motor Vehicles Investigative Unit, Evidence/Property Unit, and the Rhode Island Sex Offender Registration Notification Unit.
While assigned to the Uniform Bureau, Captain Tilson served at the Hope Valley Barracks, Lincoln Woods Barracks, Portsmouth Barracks, and Scituate Barracks. His additional previous Uniform Bureau assignments include Field Training Officer and member of the Honor Guard Unit.
Captain Tilson was transferred to the Detective Bureau in 2010, where he was assigned to the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Task Force. In addition to his assignment with the HIDTA Task Force, Captain Tilson has served in the Major Crimes Unit, the ACI Investigations Unit, Program Supervisor of the Hope Initiative, and Officer-in-Charge of the Gaming Enforcement Unit. His last assignment was as the Officer-in-Charge of the ACI Investigations Unit and the Rhode Island Auto Theft Task Force. Captain Tilson also served on the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force and the Homeland Security Investigations Task Force.
Prior to joining the Rhode Island State Police, Captain Tilson served four years in the United States Marine Corps.
Captain Tilson holds a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice and Cybersecurity from Salve Regina University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Johnson & Wales University. Captain Tilson is an alumnus of Leadership Rhode Island’s 2024 Upsilon II Class.
Professional Standards Unit
Captain Heather B. Donahue
Captain Donahue, a graduate of the 2005 recruit class, serves as the Officer-in-Charge of the Professional Standards Unit. The Professional Standards Unit is responsible for investigating complaints and allegations involving sworn and civilian members of the Rhode Island State Police and for helping ensure that Division personnel adhere to the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
As a member of the Uniform Bureau, Captain Donahue served at the Wickford, Hope Valley, and Lincoln Woods Barracks. In 2012, she was transferred to the Detective Bureau and assigned to the Major Crimes Unit, where she subsequently served as a Detective Corporal and Detective Sergeant. In 2022, Captain Donahue was promoted to Detective Lieutenant and assigned as the Officer-in-Charge of the newly formed Special Victims Unit. She has served on multiple statewide task forces with community partner agencies for human trafficking, sexual assault, and domestic violence.
Captain Donahue has served as a task force officer with the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force and with Homeland Security Investigations Task Force. She has also served as the Division’s Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Training Coordinator and the Division’s Use of Force Training Coordinator. Additionally, she has served on the Division’s Career Development and Retention Committee and as the Rhode Island State Police coordinator for the New England State Police Administrators Conference Women in Law Enforcement Leadership Conference.
Captain Donahue holds a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Management and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice, with a minor in Psychology, summa cum laude, from Roger Williams University. Captain Donahue is an alumnus of Leadership Rhode Island’s 2025 Phi II Class.
District "B" Commander
Captain Steven J. Haynes
Captain Haynes is a graduate of the 2005 recruit class and serves as the District “B” Commander and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Uniform Bureau in the southern areas of Rhode Island. He also oversees the Commercial Enforcement Unit, Detail Scheduling Office and the Accident Review Board.
While assigned to the Uniform Bureau Captain Haynes has served at Lincoln Woods Barracks, Scituate Barracks, Wickford Barracks and the Hope Valley Barracks. His previous assignments include Night Executive Officer, Late Patrol Supervisor, Commercial Enforcement and Executive Protection.
Division Administrative Officer
Captain Melissa A. Rand
Captain Melissa A. Rand, a graduate of the 2009 recruit class, serves as the Division Administrative Officer. In this role, Captain Rand oversees the Planning, Research, and Accreditation Unit, the Central Management Office, UCR/NIBRS, Management Information Systems, Fleet/Supply, NCIC/RILETS, Capital Projects, the Human Resources Officer, and the Records Unit.
As member of the Uniform Bureau, Captain Rand was assigned to the Wickford, Scituate, Portsmouth and Hope Valley Barracks. As a member of the Detective Bureau, Captain Rand was assigned to the Forensic Services Unit. Additionally, Captain Rand served as a Crisis Negotiator and a member of the Rhode Island Sex Offender Registration Unit.
Prior to her current role, Captain Rand served as the Division Human Resources Officer and the Non-Commissioned Officer-In-Charge of the Planning, Research and Accreditation Unit.
Captain Rand holds both a Bachelor and Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Roger Williams University.