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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Sandra Bush, 21 years old

Report No: 84001949
Location: 4800 Decature RD
Synopsis: Sandra Bush resided with her parents on Cutler St. in Fort Worth. On November 17, 1983, Sandra Bush left her residence in her car. Sandra Bush did not return to her residence. Her relative reported her missing. On November 18, 1983, her 1979 Chevrolet Monte Carlo was found at the bar located at 25th St and Refugio Ave. On January 2, 1984, two males who were hunting found her body in the 4800 block of Decatur Road in Fort Worth. She had been strangled.

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Angela Jones, 17 years old

Report No: 82085416
Location: 2100 E. Richmond Ave
Synopsis: On March 12, 1982, Angela Jones was found deceased in a creek at 2100 E. Richmond Ave. Her death was ruled a homicide. She died as a result of asphyxiation.

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Carol Preslar, 28 years old

Report No: 88333359
Location: 6125 Bianca Circle
Synopsis: On June 25, 1988, officers were dispatched to the Avignon Apartment complex at 6125 Bianca Circle. They found the body of Carol Preslar in the apartment. She had been strangled. She lived alone in the apartment.

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Patricia Apodaca, 28 year-old hispanic female

Report No: 95316716
Location: 700 NE 28th St
Synopsis: On June 18, 1995, the body of Patricia Apocada was found lying in the street in the 700 block of N.E. 28th Street. She had been shot in the chest.

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Mark A. George

M/B DOB:3/13/1996
Hgt: 6'02'' / Wgt: 175
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: Unknown
Wanted For: Dangerous Drugs
Wanted By: FWPD
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Jonathan Guijosa

M/W DOB:8/19/1991
Hgt: 5'09'' / Wgt: 140
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: Unknown
Wanted For: Agg Robbery x2 Unlawful Carry Weapon Felon x2
Wanted By: FWPD
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Cuhitlahuac Matta

M/W DOB:11/17/1996
Hgt: 5'07'' / Wgt: 150
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 934 Riverside Dr
Wanted For: Aggravated Robbery X2 Duty to Register Sex Offender
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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Antonio D. Johnson

M/B DOB:5/22/1991
Hgt: 5'09'' / Wgt: 140
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: Unknown
Wanted For: Aggravated Robbery
Wanted By: FWPD
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Cameron Harris JR

M/B DOB:1/31/1995
Hgt: 5'10'' / Wgt: 240
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 5910 Rocky Point Dr., Arlington
Wanted For: Aggravated Assault Serious Bodily Injury
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 Marihuana 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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Chinmay Y. Patanker

M/W DOB:1/1/1993
Hgt: 5'06'' / Wgt: 155
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 2770 SH 360, Grand Prairie
Wanted For: Online Solicitation Minor-Sex
Wanted By: TCSO
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Adel Alkassar

M/W DOB:5/12/1989
Hgt: 6'02'' / Wgt: 215
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 3813 Driskell Blvd
Wanted For: Violation Bond/ Protective Order Assault/Stalk Agg Assault DW x 3 Assault Family/House Member Impe
Wanted By: TCSO
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