Police Department

Chief of Police Joel Fitzgerald

Dr. Joel Fitzgerald became Chief of Police of the City of Fort Worth Police Department in October 2015. Chief Fitzgerald oversees one of the largest police departments in Texas in one of the fastest growing locales in the United States, managing over 1,700 sworn officers and 500 civilian employees, encompassing an area of 473 square miles, with a population of approximately 854,113 people, and an annual budget that exceeds 300 million dollars. Learn more about Chief Fitzgerald.

Assistant Chief Ed Kraus

Assistant Chief Kraus began his career with the Fort Worth Police Department in 1992. He has served as an officer, detective and sergeant in several units within the Patrol Bureau. His command experience includes assignments as a Neighborhood Policing District lieutenant, a Patrol Division captain, commander of the Training Division, and deputy chief over the Investigative and Support Command. He is currently over the Patrol Bureau.

Assisant Chief Ken Dean

Assistant Chief Kenneth W. Dean has been commissioned with the Fort Worth Police Department for 22 years. His command experience includes patrol, criminal investigations, major crimes, internal affairs, special operations and tactical command.

Assistant Chief Charles Ramirez

Assistant Chief Charles Ramirez joined the Fort Worth Police Department in 1991. Upon graduation of the police academy he was assigned to the North Division, as a patrol officer. As he continued his career his assignments included North NPO, Detective East Criminal Investigation Unit. As a Sergeant we was assigned to the South, East and North Divisions he also served as a Sergeant in Traffic Investigation Unit. AC Ramirez promoted to Lieutenant where he was assigned to the Background and Recruiting Unit, he also served as an NPD Commander for the Northside. Ramirez has served as Duty Captain as well as Administrative Captain for the Chief’s Office. Deputy Chief Assignments included Special Services Bureau, Operational Support Bureau and South/East Field Operations. Assistant Chief Ramirez is currently assigned to the Personnel and Finance Bureau. Assistant Chief Ramirez earned his Bachelor’s degree Applied Arts and Sciences from Midwestern State University and his Master’s degree in Public Administration from the University of Louisville. He is a graduate of the Southern Police Institute’s Administrative Officer’s Course #111th and FBI National Academy #223rd. Assistant Chief Ramirez also attended PERF’s Senior Management Institute for Police. He is also a veteran of the United States Navy.

Deputy Chief Robert Alldredge

Deputy Chief Alldredge has been with the Fort Worth Police Department since 1999. He has served as a patrol officer, detective, sergeant, lieutenant and captain in several different units throughout his career. He currently oversees the department's North Command, consisting of the Central Patrol Division, North Patrol Division, Northwest Patrol Division, and West Patrol Division.

Deputy Chief Michael Shedd

A veteran of the United States Army, Deputy Chief Michael Shedd started his career with the Fort Worth Police Department in 1995. He earned his BA in Chemistry and Russian from the University of Texas at Arlington, and his Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Tarleton State University. Deputy Chief Shedd is a graduate of the Southern Police Institute, the FBI-National Academy and holds a Master Peace Officers license. He currently oversees the department's South Command, consisting of the East Patrol Division, South Patrol Division, Traffic Division, and Air Support Division.

Deputy Chief Ty Hadsell

Deputy Chief Hadsell joined the Fort Worth Police Department in 1994. His has served as a patrol officer, detective, sergeant, lieutenant and captain in several different units throughout his career. He currently oversees the department's South Command, consisting of the East Patrol Division, South Patrol Division, Traffic Division, Auto Pound & Fleet Services Division, and Air Support Division.

Deputy Chief Renee Kamper

Deputy Chief Kamper joined the Fort Worth Police Department in 1991. She has served as a patrol officer, detective, sergeant, lieutenant and captain in several different units throughout her career. She currently oversees the department's Investigative & Support Command.

Deputy Chief Julie Swearingin

Deputy Chief Swearingin has been employed with the Fort Worth Police Department since 1995. She holds a Master Peace Officer License and a Police Instructor’s License from TCLEOSE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Education). She has Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice, and is a graduate from the FBI National Academy. During her tenure with the Fort Worth Police Department, assignments include: Patrol, Gang, Training Academy, School Liaison, Detective office, Internal Affairs, Criminal Investigations, Special Victims Section, Chief’s Office, Special Investigation, Tactical Operations and Operational Command. In her tenure with the department she’s received multiple awards and recognition. She currently oversees the department's Operational Command, consisting of the Training Division, Professional Standards Division, Communications Division, and Quality Assurance.

Assistant Police Director Leo Luna

Assistant Police Director Leo Luna currently oversees the department's Administrative Support Command, consisting of the Program Support Division, Financial Management Division, and Employment Services.

Central Commander - Joseph Sparrow

Central Division encompasses a large, diverse area to include the Downtown Business Community, Hospital District, Texas Wesleyan University and many historic neighborhoods immediately surrounding these areas. Included in the boundaries are the major shelters for our homeless population.

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East Commander - Paula Fimbres

The East Division encompasses portions of Council District 4, 8 and the majority of District 5. It stretches from Beach Street to the Airport and is full of history and opportunity, no matter which route you take to get there.

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North Commander - Neil Noakes

North Division has experienced unprecedented growth during the past 15 years, spanning from Loop 820 to the Texas Motor Speedway. North Division has many of Fort Worth's newest neighborhoods and employment centers.

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Northwest Commander - Pedro Criado

Northwest Division is one of the most historic and culturally diverse areas of our city that is experiencing constant growth and positive transformation. From the historic Fort Worth Stockyards to Eagle Mountain Lake this division is rich in tradition and economic growth that has sparked new neighborhoods and businesses in the area.

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South Commander - Greg Weathers

The South Division is an area bustling with life, growth, and change. The officers, supervisors, and commanders pride themselves on developing and respecting partnerships with the community.

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West Commander - Cynthia O'Neil

The West Division serves a thriving community. The basic boundaries are from the west bank of the Trinity River to Parker County, from Granbury Road to the south, to Jacksboro Highway to the north.

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Jose Munoz, 39 year old hispanic male

Report No: 07011943
Location: 2837 E Rosedale St
Synopsis: On January 31, 2007, Jose Munoz was at his business, Munoz Tire & Auto Repair at 2837 E. Rosedale. A hispanic male drove up in a 2002-2003 Red Dodge Ram 1500 4-Door Pickup. The male argued with Jose Munoz over the alleged damage to the rim of a tire. The male shot and killed Jose Munoz. The male then left the scene in the pick-up truck that was being driven by another hispanic male.

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Mildred May

Report No: 67-A-9
Location: 1000 North Freeway
Synopsis: On February 4, 1967, a motorcyclist riding along the Trinity River found the body of Mildred May lying on the side of the levee. It was later determined that she had been strangled. Her co-workers reported that they had last seen her when she left the Matador Club on Camp Bowie the previous night. She did not return to her residence, where she lived with her husband. Her 1959 Pontiac sedan was found at 4500 W. Freeway.

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Cindy Heller, 23 years old

Report No: 85006264
Location: 3600 Bellaire Dr
Synopsis: On October 23, 1984, Cindy Heller left a dance studio and went to a restaurant. She never returned home. Her vehicle was found at the Hunter’s Ridge Apartments, 4850 River Ranch Rd. On January 5, 1985, Cindy Heller was found deceased in a ravine behind the TCU Physical Maintenance Plant. She had been strangled. She lived on Bellaire Dr in Fort Worth.

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Jackie Myers, 32 years old

Report No: 95660124
Location: 6509 Plaza Parkway
Synopsis: On December 9, 1995, Jackie Myers called 9-1-1 from his apartment at 6509 Plaza Parkway, and stated that he had been stabbed. Patrol officers responded to the scene and found Mr. Myers in the apartment. He had been stabbed. He later died at the hospital. The investigation revealed that Jackie Myers had met the suspect at an adult video store on the west side of Tarrant County.

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Dominic D. Sanders

M/B DOB:9/21/1991
Hgt: 5'09'' / Wgt: 160
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 103 Canyon Valley Ct.
Wanted For: Aggravated Robbery
Wanted By: FWPD
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Luis R Garcia-Fraire

M/W DOB:4/25/1982
Hgt: 5'09'' / Wgt: 155
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 410 Parkdale Ave
Wanted For: Aggravated Sexual Assault Child
Wanted By: FWPD
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Delvin McClure Jr.

M/B DOB:12/1/1999
Hgt: 6'00'' / Wgt: 130
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 2751 DAWN WEST #903
Wanted For: Burglary Habitation Viol of Bond/Protective Order/ Assault BI Family/ Strangulation
Wanted By: FWPD
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Esteban Regalado

M/W DOB:8/16/1984
Hgt: 5'09'' / Wgt: 180
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 5307 Gale Ln.
Wanted For: Aggravated Sexual Assault /Child Sex Abuse Child
Wanted By: FWPD
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Marcus Glover

M/B DOB:2/24/1999
Hgt: 5'06'' / Wgt: 155
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 1740 Waters St
Wanted For: Robbery
Wanted By: FWPD
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Chinmay Y. Patanker

M/W DOB:1/1/1993
Hgt: 5'06'' / Wgt: 155
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BLK
Last Known Address: 2770 SH 360, Grand Prairie
Wanted For: Online Solicitation Minor
Wanted By: TCSO
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Alice A. Dulong

F/W DOB:6/3/1980
Hgt: 5'05'' / Wgt: 110
Hair: BRO / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 9600 Jacksboro Hwy
Wanted For: Possession Controlled Substance U/1G-PG1
Wanted By: TCSO
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Chase R. Rich

M/W DOB:11/25/1995
Hgt: 5'10'' / Wgt: 150
Hair: BRO / Eyes: HAZ
Last Known Address: 3504 Daniel Dr., Arlington
Wanted For: Possession Marijuana 4 OZ-5 LBS
Wanted By: TCSO
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Zoria E. Thompson

F/B DOB:3/21/1996
Hgt: 5'00'' / Wgt: 134
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 1004 Southmoor Dr., Arlington
Wanted For: Engaging Organized Crime
Wanted By: TCSO
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Annie A. Herrera

F/W DOB:5/3/1967
Hgt: 5'01'' / Wgt: 150
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 2903 Lee Ave
Wanted For: Poss CS 4-200G-PG1 Prohibited Substance/Item Correctional Facility
Wanted By: TCSO
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