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 353 square miles, with a population of approximately 874,168 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.

Assistant 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 and 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.  Learn more about Assistant Chief Ramirez

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 Tactical Command, consisting of the Tactical Operations Division, Tactical Investigations Division, Tactical Intelligence Division and the Auto Pound & Fleet Services 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 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 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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Ezekiel Barraza, 22 years old

Report No: 99280928
Location: 1603 NE 28th
Synopsis: On May 3, 1999, Ezekiel Barraza, who was also known as “Chico,” was at the Cowboy Cats Club at Main Street and Exchange Avenue. Mr. Barraza then left the club. His body was later found in the parking lot of the El Conejas Club at 1603 N.E. 28th Street. He had been shot in the back.

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Jaime Trevizo, 25 years old

Report No: 86609341
Location: 200 Clinton
Synopsis: On December 24, 1986, Jaime Trevizo and his friends were at a bar on North Main Street in Fort Worth. As they were leaving the bar, they observed several males burglarizing their vehicles. Jaime Trevizo chased the males to a cream-colored four-door vehicle, where he began fighting with them. The males pulled Mr. Trevizo into the vehicle and drove away. The body of Jaime Trevizo was later found on the street at 2000 Clinton Avenue. It was later determined that he had been stabbed.

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Stanley Cohen, 51 years old

Report No: 02157448
Location: 3401 Miller
Synopsis: On March 3, 2002, Stanley Cohen was found deceased inside his place of business, the S&S Auto Parts Store at 3401 Miller Avenue. The business had been ransacked and there were indications of a violent struggle. He died as a result of gunshot wounds. It was apparent that the crime took place shortly after the business had closed that Sunday  afternoon. One of the trucks from the business had been stolen, and was later found in the parking lot of the Minyard’s Food Store at the intersection of E. Berry Street and Miller Avenue.

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Stephanie Borjan, 25 year-old Hispanic female

Report No: 99647372
Location: 3345 St Louis
Synopsis: On September 28, 1999, Stephanie Borjan went to her parent’s residence at 3345 St. Louis. She was shot and killed as she was about to enter the house. Her children were with her. Her father, who was inside the house, also was shot.

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Jamarcus Henderson

M/B DOB:11/10/1998
Hgt: 6’01” / Wgt: 160
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 3223 Lackland Rd
Wanted For: Robbery
Wanted By: FWPD
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Frank Smith

M/W DOB:4/20/1980
Hgt: 5’09” / Wgt: 200
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 4803 Shackleford St
Wanted For: Robbery
Wanted By: FWPD
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Matt Cuder

M/W DOB:8/13/1994
Hgt: 5’08” / Wgt: 170
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: Unknown
Wanted For: Robbery
Wanted By: FWPD
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Brandon Faggans

M/B DOB:6/30/1985
Hgt: 6’00” / Wgt: 240
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 1348 Elmwood Ave
Wanted For: Aggravated Sex Assault Child
Wanted By: FWPD
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Hussain Alqahtani

M/W DOB:10/14/1991
Hgt: 5’11” / Wgt: 185
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 7036 Lindentree Ln
Wanted For: Online Solicitation Minor-Sex
Wanted By: TCSO
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Rodney Davis

M/B DOB:11/6/1974
Hgt: 5’08” / Wgt: 145
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 4601 Menzer St
Wanted For: Delivery/Manufacture CS 1-4G-PG1 Possession C/S U/1G-PG1 Delivery/Manufacture C/S U/1G-PG1
Wanted By: TCSO
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Kinte L. Johnson JR

M/B DOB:9/16/1995
Hgt: 5’11” / Wgt: 210
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 1216 E Mulkey St
Wanted For: Arson Harassment Public Servant Possession C/S U/1G-PG1 Bail Jumping
Wanted By: TCSO
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Aaron D. Stoefen

M/W DOB:2/21/1980
Hgt: 5’10” / Wgt: 198
Hair: BRO / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 1111 South Oak St., Arlington
Wanted For: Sexual Assault U/17 Poss Child Pornography Online Solicitation Minor-Sex Online Solicitation Minor
Wanted By: TCSO
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Luis E. Chavarria

M/W DOB:3/3/1993
Hgt: 5’08” / Wgt: 170
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 1318 Homan Ave
Wanted For: Evading Arrest Detention Vehicle
Wanted By: FWPD
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Chasity L. Maness

F/B DOB:12/30/1991
Hgt: 5’09” / Wgt: 135
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 1233 Cavender Dr 207, Hurst
Wanted For: Abandon Endanger Child W/I Return
Wanted By: TCSO
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