← Latest · Sept. 17, 2026 · Tybee Island / Chatham County, GA
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Tybee Island, GA — Local Hero: Whitley FBI National Academy
Assistant Chief Bertram Whitley III of the Tybee Island Police Department graduated from the 299th session of the FBI National Academy on September 17, 2026, at the FBI Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia — a Local Hero recognition for Tybee Island and Chatham County.
What we know:
- 265 law enforcement officers graduated from Session 299 on Sept. 17, 2026.
- Class members came from 44 states and the District of Columbia, plus 29 international members from 28 countries.
- The National Academy is a 10-week advanced program in communication, leadership, and fitness.
- FBI Director Kashyap P. Patel delivered remarks; class spokesperson was Darnel Robinson (MPD, Washington, D.C.).
- Whitley joined TIPD in 2012 and has served as Assistant Chief since 2023. TIPD’s public bio confirms he completed Session 299.
Sources: Tybee Island Police Department Whitley bio and Leadership Team (official portrait); City of Tybee Island staff directory; multi-agency Session 299 graduation releases corroborating Sept. 17, 2026 Quantico ceremony. Landmarks: Wikimedia Commons — Tybee Island / Quantico / Chatham County public stills.
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