John Lawless provided years of service in Laois, Offaly and Westmeath.
A retiring Midlands Superindendent is being described as a people person, committed to community.
John Lawless will step away from his role having served across many different jurisdictions including Mullingar, Athlone, Birr, Portlaoise, and Tullamore.
Laois Offaly Gardaí say Mr Lawless has always been approachable and fair in his work and his leadership was defined by calm professionalism and an unwavering belief in doing the right thing by people.
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