Police Department

Chief of Police Ed Kraus

Chief Ed Kraus is a twenty-six year veteran of the Fort Worth Police Department, beginning his career 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, and commander of the Training Division. He has served in executive roles of Deputy Chief over the Investigative and Support Command, Assistant Chief over the Support Bureau, and Executive Assistant Chief over the Patrol Bureau. Chief Kraus earned his Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Texas Tech University and his Master’s degree in Criminal Justice from Tarleton State University. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy, the FBI National Executive Institute, and the Caruth Police Institute’s Leadership Course.

Assistant Chief Julie Swearingin

Assistant 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 Finance/Personnel Bureau, consisting of the Training Division, Professional Standards Division, Program Support Division, Communications Division, and Quality Assurance.

Assistant Chief Charles Ramirez

Assistant Chief Charles Ramirez joined the Fort Worth Police Department in 1991 and is currently assigned to the Support 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.

Assistant Chief Robert Alldredge

Assistant Chief Alldredge began his career with the Fort Worth Police Department in 1999. He has served as an officer, corporal, and sergeant in several units within the Patrol Bureau. His command experience includes assignments as a Patrol Shift lieutenant, CIU/NPO lieutenant, Tactical Operations Division captain, Professional Standards Division captain, and Central Patrol Division captain. His executive experience includes assignments in Tactical Command, North Command, and Operational Command. He currently oversees the Patrol Bureau. Assistant Chief Alldredge earned his Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Tarleton State University. He is currently pursuing his Master’s degree in Criminal Justice from Tarleton State University. He is a graduate of the 269th Session of the FBI National Academy, the Caruth Police Institute’s Executive Leadership Course, and is a veteran of the United States Air Force.

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 Fleet Services.

Deputy Chief Renee Kamper

Deputy Chief Kamper joined the Fort Worth Police Department in 1991 and has served as a patrol officer, detective, sergeant, lieutenant and captain in several different units throughout her career. She has a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from Midwestern State University, is a graduate of the Southern Police Institute, and the F.B.I. National Academy. She currently oversees the department's Investigative & Support Command.

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 South Patrol Division, East Patrol Division, and Central Patrol Division.

Deputy Chief Neil Noakes

Deputy Chief Neil Noakes has been with the FWPD since 2000. He has served in multiple ranks across the department in areas such as Patrol, DWI, Motors, and Internal Affairs. He currently oversees South Command which consists of the Central, East, and South Patrol Divisions. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration form Tarleton State University and his master’s degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology from Texas Christian University (TCU). He is a graduate of the Southern Police Institute’s 137th Administrative Officers Course and TCU’s inaugural Leadership, Executive and Administrative Development program (L.E.A.D. #1). He also enjoys working with youth engagement programs such as Operation Progress, Read2Win, All Pro Dad and the City of Fort Worth’s Education Initiative.

Deputy Chief Joseph Sparrow

Deputy Chief Sparrow began his career with the Fort Worth Police Department in 1995. He has served in various ranks and positions including patrol officer, sex assault detective, patrol sergeant, NPD commander, Gang commander, School Resource commander, and was recently the commander of the Central Patrol Division. Deputy Chief Sparrow has earned both Master’s and Doctorate degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy in 2018. Deputy Chief Sparrow currently serves over North Command, which includes North, Northwest, West, and Traffic Divisions.

Assistant Police Director Christianne Simmons

A Fort Worth native, Christianne Simmons has been with the Fort Worth Police Department since 2015. She currently oversees Fiscal Command, which consists of the Budget, Finance, Grants and Procurement and Contracts teams that create and manage the financial workflow of the department’s multimillion dollar budget. She has a Master’s degree in Public Administration from the University of North Texas as well as a BA in Legal Studies and a BS in Marketing from Texas Woman’s University. She is an inaugural board member of the City of Fort Worth Young Professionals.

Assistant Police Director Leo Luna

Assistant Police Director Leo Luna currently oversees the department's Personnel/Assets Command, consisting of the Program Support Division, Employment Services and the Centralized Police Payroll Team.

Central Commander - Chad Mahaffey

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 - Brandon Hill

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 - Paula Fimbres

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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Edna Rodriguez, 8 years old

Report No: 98417355
Location: 3604 Lipscomb
Synopsis: On July 11, 1998, Edna Rodriguez was reported missing from her family's residence at 3536 Travis Avenue. She was the subject of an extensive police search. She was found the next day in the driveway of the vacant residence at 3604 Lipscomb. It was later determined that she had been strangled.

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James McVey, 39 years old

Report No: 94108501
Location: 6201 Dowdell
Synopsis: On February 25, 1994, James McVey was found deceased in the parking lot of a warehouse at 6201 Dowdell. He died as a result of a gunshot wound. His gray Ford pick-up truck was parked nearby. His face had been sprayed with paint, and gang graffiti had been sprayed on his truck.

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Carla Walker, 17 years old

Report No: 74-A-205
Location: 3400 Ramona
Synopsis: On February 17, 1974, Carla Walker was kidnapped while she sat in a car with her boyfriend at the Ridglea Bowl parking lot. Carla’s body was found three days later in a culvert near Lake Benbrook in Tarrant County. It was later determined that she had been strangled. Carla Walker was a student at Western Hills High School.

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Karen Creman (27 years old) & Frederick Creman (29 years old)

Report No: 83379788
Location: 4825 Mayfair
Synopsis: On September 19, 1983, officers were dispatched to the residence at 4825 Mayfair. They entered the residence and found the bodies of Frederick Cremean, and his wife, Karen Cremean. They died as a result of gunshot wounds. They resided at the house at 4825 Mayfair.

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Marcus Williams

M/W DOB:9/24/1992
Hgt: 5'05'' / Wgt: 180
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 621 S. Sylvania
Wanted For: Homicide
Wanted By: FWPD
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Michael Branch

M/B DOB:8/18/1988
Hgt: 5'07'' / Wgt: 220
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 5308 Norma St
Wanted For: Murder
Wanted By: FWPD
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Miguel Alcala

M/W DOB:11/17/1966
Hgt: 5'05'' / Wgt: 210
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 3629 Ave N Fort Worth
Wanted For: Murder
Wanted By: FWPD
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Cameron Swinney

M/W DOB:6/22/1989
Hgt: 5'09 / Wgt: 140
Hair: BLN / Eyes: GRN
Last Known Address: 9224 Paluxy
Wanted For: Obstruction/Retaliation
Wanted By: FWPD
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Kayla Baughman

F/W DOB:2/8/2001
Hgt: 5'05'' / Wgt: 100
Hair: BRO / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 1302 Shady Ln
Wanted For: Tampering With or Fabricating Physical Evidence
Wanted By: FWPD
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Darieyn Biggs

F/W DOB:8/4/1998
Hgt: 5'01'' / Wgt: 110
Hair: BLN / Eyes: BLU
Last Known Address: 908 Poncho Ln
Wanted For: Aggravated Assault Deadly Weapon; Possession C/S 1-4G-PG1
Wanted By: TCSO
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Darnelius A. Graves

M/B DOB:4/28/1994
Hgt: 6'00 / Wgt: 145
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 2655 Verandah Ln. #422, Arlington
Wanted For: Possession Marihuana 4OZ-5LBS; Possession C/S 1-4G-PG1; Delivery/Manufacture C/S 4-200G-PG1
Wanted By: TCSO
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Dario D. Boone

M/B DOB:12/10/1986
Hgt: 5'11 / Wgt: 215
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 900 E. Broadway Ave
Wanted For: Unlawful Possess Firearm- Felon; Possession C/S 4-200G-PG1 x 3; Evading Arrest Detention W/Vehicle;
Wanted By: TCSO
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Akbar S. Monger

M/W DOB:6/5/2001
Hgt: 5'01 / Wgt: 100
Hair: BLD / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 4216 Fair Park Blvd
Wanted For: Possession C/S U/1G-PG1; Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle
Wanted By: TCSO
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Khadijah M. Hart

F/B DOB:6/30/1994
Hgt: 5'06 / Wgt: 165
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 3406 Foxford Trl., Arlington
Wanted For: Attempt Aggravated Robbery
Wanted By: TCSO
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