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.

Executive Assistant Chief Ed Kraus

Executive 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 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 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 Neil Noakes

Deputy Chief Noakes has been with the Fort Worth Police Department since 200. He has served as a patrol officer, detective, sergeant, lieutenant, and Patrol Commander in several different assignments 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.

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 - Robin Krouse

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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Gloria “Lillie” Hefele, 40 years old

Report No: 80064819
Location: 3900 Samson Park
Synopsis: Gloria Hefele lived with her husband in Waco, Texas. She left her residence on May 14, 1980, to go to a friend’s house in Fort Worth. Gloria Hefele was found deceased in Buck-Samson Park. She died as a result of a gunshot wound.

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Margaret Maxwell, 27 years old

Report No: 80416182
Location: 500 SPUR 280
Synopsis: On December 11, 1980, Margaret Maxwell was found deceased in a ravine that runs parallel to Spur 280, near downtown. It was later determined that she had been strangled.

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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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Mary Glassock, 51 year-old white female

Report No: 93545026
Location: 4708 Bryce Ave
Synopsis: Mary Glasscock owned the Emporium Antiques business located at 4709 Bryce. On September 25, 1993, a friend went to the business and found Mary Glasscock deceased in the building. She died as a result of a gunshot wound.

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Tamara Bennet

F/B DOB:12/11/1985
Hgt: 5’02” / Wgt: 154
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 11470 Audelia Rd #151, Dallas
Wanted For: Theft of Property by Deception >$30,000<$150,000
Wanted By: FWPD
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Lowell Hodge

M/W DOB:12/13/1981
Hgt: 6’03” / Wgt: 190
Hair: BLN / Eyes: BLU
Last Known Address: 114 Arthur Dr
Wanted For: Burglary of a Vehicle – 2or>Prior Convictions x5; Credit/Debit Card Abuse x3; Theft of Firearm
Wanted By: FWPD
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Philip J. Stricklin

M/B DOB:4/2/1991
Hgt: 5’11” / Wgt: 180
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 6348 Red Eagle Creek Dr
Wanted For: Deadly Conduct – Discharge Firearm
Wanted By: FWPD
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Brindy Ann Ray

F/W DOB:7/31/1973
Hgt: 5’06” / Wgt: 163
Hair: RED / Eyes: BLU
Last Known Address: Homeless
Wanted For: Aggravated Assault – Date/Household Member/Family – Deadly Weapon
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; Driving While Intoxicated Felony Repetition
Wanted By: FWPD
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Ngaisha Washington

F/B DOB:4/16/1989
Hgt: 5’00” / Wgt: 200
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 5528 Diaz Ave
Wanted For: Forgery-Possess x 2
Wanted By: TCSO
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Bryan A. Casalvera

M/W DOB:6/9/1993
Hgt: 6’00” / Wgt: 154
Hair: BRO / Eyes: BLU
Last Known Address: 2329 Minnie St 6, Haltom City
Wanted For: Theft U/$2,500-2 More Previous Convictions x 3
Wanted By: TCSO
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Michael T. Mack

M/B DOB:8/30/1995
Hgt: 5’10” / Wgt: 160
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 8724 Hunters Trl
Wanted For: Aggravated Assault Deadly Weapon
Wanted By: TCSO
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Alex W. Wilkerson

M/W DOB:5/3/1997
Hgt: 5’08” / Wgt: 145
Hair: BRO / Eyes: BLU
Last Known Address: 4901 Nancy Ln, North Richland Hills
Wanted For: Theft S/P $1,500-$20,000 x 2; Burglary Habitation; Theft Firearm x 2; Aggravated Assault Deadly Weap
Wanted By: TCSO
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Robert J. Petite

M/B DOB:6/9/1996
Hgt: 5’11” / Wgt: 160
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 9053 S Race St
Wanted For: Possession CS 4-200G-PG1 x 2; Possession CS 1-4G- PG1; Evading Arrest Detention Vehicle x 2; Aggrava
Wanted By: TCSO
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