Formerly the deputy chief, 49 year old Gary Roberts becomes the first Island officer to take the helm.
Mr Roberts started as a constable in Douglas 28 years ago and rose through the ranks.
His predecessor Mike Langdon fostered a neighbourhood policing approach which has seen crime in the Island fall to the lowest level of any British Isles police force.
Chief Constable Roberts is committed to sustaining that policy - if funds allow:
Updated first time buyers scheme 'long overdue', says infrastructure minister
DOI has launched a public consultation on its plans to improve the initiative
Drug and alcohol charity sees drop off in donations
Motiv8 cites closures of local gaming businesses
Douglas Council rules out rent-to-buy scheme
The suggestion was made following an announcement the authority would sell some of its housing stock
Public Health warns D&V is circulating on the Island
It's issued advice for those experiencing symptoms
Improvements being made as part of ongoing RDCH work
A pest control issue is currently being