Billings, MT, September 22, 2026 —

Billings Police Chief Rich St. John is set to retire, concluding a distinguished career of 45 years in law enforcement.

The announcement marks the end of a significant tenure for Chief St. John, who has dedicated nearly five decades to public service in law enforcement. The specific date of his retirement was not provided in the summary.

Details regarding the circumstances or immediate plans following his retirement were also not specified. Chief St. John’s departure follows a long career that has spanned considerable changes and developments within the law enforcement field.

The duration of his service as Chief of Police for Billings was not detailed in the provided information. His career in law enforcement began 45 years ago, and his transition marks a notable change for the Billings Police Department. Information regarding a successor or the process for selecting a new chief was not available.

The summary provided did not include further details on specific accomplishments, challenges faced during his service, or any public statements made by Chief St. John regarding his decision. The transition period and the official last day of service remain unspecified at this time.



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