Ashland Police Division Announces Promotions of Two Officers

Joe Lyons • October 1, 2024

The Ashland Police Division is pleased to announce the promotions of two officers to leadership positions. In September, Mayor Matt Miller promoted Sergeant Curt Dorsey to Lieutenant and Officer Mason Birkbeck to Sergeant. These promotions are a testament to their commitment to public service and dedication to the Ashland community.

Dorsey, 42, brings a wealth of experience to his new position as Detective Lieutenant. With eighteen years of service in the Division, including five years as a Sergeant in the Detective Bureau, he is well-prepared to lead our investigators and coordinate case follow-up in both the patrol and investigative bureaus.

Birkbeck, 29, is a six-year veteran of the Division, spending all those years in the Patrol Bureau and most recently serving as a Field Training Officer. As Sergeant, Mason will help lead the officers of C Squad in their daily duties.

“Lieutenant Dorsey has shown exceptional leadership ability and is committed to furthering our community engagement efforts,” said David Lay, Chief of Police. “Sergeant Birkbeck’s experience as a Field Training Officer has helped prepare him for greater responsibility as he transitions into a formal supervisory role,” Lay added.

Both officers have officially assumed their new roles, and the Division is excited about the positive impact their leadership will have on the community.

Presently, the Ashland Police Division staffs thirty full-time and one part-time police officer. The Division is authorized to employ thirty-two full-time sworn personnel.

Lieutenant Curt Dorsey

Sergeant Mason Birkbeck