Senior Executive
Chief of Police - Thai Truong
Thai Truong was appointed London Chief of Police on June 1, 2023. He joins the London Police Service from York Regional Police with more than two decades of policing experience, working in all four branches of York Regional Police: Support, Investigations, Administrative, and Operations.
He has extensive investigative and specialized expertise in leading various units including organized crime and drug enforcement, human trafficking, intimate partner violence, homicide, internet child exploitation and special victims’ units.
Chief Truong has a strong foundation in leading complex operations that include policing partners and community stakeholders across different sectors. He is a strong advocate for victims of crime, vulnerable and marginalized populations.
Chief Truong is the only police leader in Canada who has been qualified and recognized by both the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice as an expert in the areas of drug trafficking, human trafficking and the commercial sexual exploitation of women and girls.
Chief Truong holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a Sociology Major from the University of Windsor. He has certificates from York University Schulich School of Business and the University of Toronto Rotman School of Management.
Deputy Chief, Community Safety and Specialized Investigations - Trish McIntyre
Deputy Chief Trish McIntyre joined the London Police Service in 1999 as a Cadet. Over the course of her career she has held leadership roles in the Major Crime Section, Professional Standards Branch, Patrol Operations Branch, Investigations Branch and the Patrol Modernization Project.
She is a London native and holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Kinesiology from Western University. In addition to numerous police-related courses, she is a graduate of the University of Toronto’s Joseph L. Rotman School of Management Police Leadership Program.
The Deputy Chief, Administration oversees all corporate and support services for the LPS. This portfolio includes human resources, finance, corporate and dispatch communications, courts and records, fleet and facilities and information technology.
Deputy Chief, Community Trust and Frontline Operations - Paul Bastien
Deputy Chief Paul Bastien began his policing career in 1997, as a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. He joined the London Police Service in 2001 as a Constable. Over the course of his career, he held leadership roles in the Criminal Investigative Division, Professional Standards Branch, and Human Resources.
He has served on the Executive Committee of the Ontario Homicide Investigators Association and has represented the London Police Service on management teams overseeing multi-agency joint forces operations in the areas of human trafficking, cannabis enforcement, and provincial weapons enforcement.
He most recently served as Division Commander overseeing teams of sworn and civilian members performing functions related to training and professional development, research and planning, risk management and quality assurance, evidence-based policing, and business analytics.
Deputy Chief Bastien holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminology from the University of Windsor and a certificate in police leadership from the University of Toronto Rotman School of Management.
Deputy Chief, Organizational Wellness & Performance - Treena MacSween
Deputy Chief Treena MacSween began her policing career in 1998 with Peel Regional Police, later transitioning to Hamilton Police Service in 2001. In April 2024 she was appointed Deputy Chief with the London Police Service. With over 26 years of experience, she has a diverse leadership portfolio in operations, investigations, and administration.
Her expertise extends to being a Critical Incident Commander and Public Order Unit Commander where she has led many operations for large-scale events, demonstrations, and major incidents within a vibrant city.
A visible and engaged leader, Deputy Chief MacSween emphasizes forging collaborative partnerships to develop and shape community safety strategies. As London’s newest Deputy Chief, she is committed to improving relationships with the community and is excited to take part in the modernization of the London Police Service.
Throughout her career, Deputy Chief MacSween has been a staunch advocate for creating inclusive work environments and prioritizing member wellness. Recognizing the importance of maintaining a healthy balance between professional and personal responsibilities, she has consistently championed initiatives aimed at fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.
Deputy Chief MacSween attended McMaster University where she obtained a Police Studies diploma and is a dean’s list graduate from the Law and Security Administration program at Mohawk College.
Outside her professional realm, Deputy Chief MacSween cherishes her role as a mother to two daughters and encourages her girls to dream big and leap far in all aspects of life. Her union with her husband Mike, a firefighter, underscores their family’s commitment to public service.
