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 and 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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Ladye Gallaher, 84 years old

Report No: 91688128
Location: 3301 Bellaire Dr N
Synopsis: Ladye Gallaher was an elderly lady who lived alone at the Bellaire House Condominiums. On December 24, 1991, one of her caretakers found her deceased on her bed. It was later determined that she had been strangled

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Robert Freeman, 17 years old

Report No: 94325644
Location: 4621 Miller Ave
Synopsis: On June 13, 1994, Robert Freeman was at a pay telephone in front of Julie’s Food Mart at 4621 Miller Avenue when he was shot and killed during an apparent robbery. He resided a few blocks from the convenience store.

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James Hargroves, 46 year old white male

Report No: 93498402
Location: 1214 S Jennings Ave
Synopsis: On September 3, 1993, James Hargroves was found deceased inside a residence that he shared with two other persons. There were no signs of forced entry; however, evidence of a struggle was apparent inside the residence. Mr. Hargroves was a volunteer for the Fort Worth Area Habitat for Humanity and served meals at a nearby soup kitchen for the homeless, known as Loaves and Fishes. He was a counselor and minister to Fort Worth area homeless people. He was killed during an apparent robbery. He died as a result of blunt force trauma.

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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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Marlon Thomas

M/B DOB:9/13/1978
Hgt: 5'11 / Wgt: 230
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 2725 W. Division St #21
Wanted For: Failure to Register as a Sex Offender
Wanted By: FWPD
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Douglas Harris

M/B DOB:1/18/1980
Hgt: 5'09 / Wgt: 235
Hair: BRO / Eyes: BLK
Last Known Address: 1230 Stella St
Wanted For: Aggravated Assault Deadly Weapon
Wanted By: FWPD
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Christopher Harney

M/B DOB:4/5/1994
Hgt: 5'05 / Wgt: 280
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 6013 Martindale Cir
Wanted For: Aggravated Robbery
Wanted By: FWPD
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Kenneth Simmons

M/B DOB:10/6/1981
Hgt: 5'09'' / Wgt: 235
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 3325 Bandolino Ln, Plano
Wanted For: Indecency w/ Child Sexual Contact
Wanted By: FWPD
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Craig Demerson

M/I DOB:8/19/1995
Hgt: 5'10'' / Wgt: 150
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 4500 Brentwood Stair Rd
Wanted For: Aggravated Assault Deadly Weapon
Wanted By: FWPD
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Joshua Fleming

M/B DOB:4/9/1991
Hgt: 5'11 / Wgt: 207
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 1400 E. Mulkey St.
Wanted For: Aggravated Assault Deadly Weapon
Wanted By: TCSO
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Alfonso Sanchez

M/W DOB:8/2/1960
Hgt: 5'10'' / Wgt: 230
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 1512 SE Pkwy. Azle
Wanted For: Aggravated Assault Deadly Weapon
Wanted By: TCSO
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Tyrone D. Brown

M/B DOB:6/27/1996
Hgt: 5'10 / Wgt: 180
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 7501 Bermejo Rd
Wanted For: Assault Family/House Member/Impede Breath/Circulation; Possession C/S 1-4G-PG1; Prohibited Substance
Wanted By: TCSO
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Renie Gonzalez

M/W DOB:6/9/1989
Hgt: 5'07 / Wgt: 170
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 3820 E. Fairfax Ave.
Wanted For: Aggravated Robbery; Aggravated Assault Deadly Weapon x 2; Tamper Fabricate Physical Evidence W/Inten
Wanted By: TCSO
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Brandon Pratt

M/W DOB:6/4/1994
Hgt: 5'11 / Wgt: 210
Hair: BRO / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 9216 Diane Dr. White Settlement
Wanted For: Burglary Habitation x 2
Wanted By: TCSO
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