Police Department

Chief of Police Neil Noakes

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. Prior to being named Chief of Police, he oversaw the South Command as Deputy Chief. 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.

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 TCOLE(Texas Commission on Law Enforcement). 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 Joseph Sparrow

Assistant Chief Sparrow began his career with the Fort Worth Police Department in 1995. His command experience includes Neighborhood Policing District 4, where he was awarded Commander of the Year honors, the Gang section, the School Resource Officer section, the East Community Operations section, Central Division, and North Command. Assistant Chief Sparrow has earned both a Master’s Degree and a Doctorate Degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and is a graduate of class 272 of the FBI National Academy. He is currently the Assistant Chief over the Support Bureau, which includes Tactical Command and Investigative and Support Command.

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 Pedro "Kiki" Criado

Deputy Chief Pedro “Kiki” Criado is a 28-year veteran and is the new Deputy Chief of North Command where he oversees the operations of North Division, Northwest Division, West Division and Traffic Division. He brings experience as former Commander for the Northwest Division, and has served as a District Lieutenant, Patrol Sergeant, SWAT Sergeant, Internal Affairs Sergeant, Public Information Sergeant, Investigator for the Crimes Against Children Unit, Field Training Cpl., Neighborhood Patrol Officer and Patrol Officer. Born and raised in Fort Worth, the son of immigrants, Deputy Chief Criado understands and values the needs of both the Fort Worth communities he serves and the officers under his command. Deputy Chief Criado attended local Forth Worth schools graduating as Valedictorian from Diamond Hill Jarvis High School. He graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Arts and Science from Midwestern State University. He holds a Master Peace Officer License through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, graduate of the FBI-LEEDA Leadership Trilogy training, and a graduate of the City of Fort Worth’s Successful Supervision Training. Deputy Chief Criado is a humble, God-fearing servant leader that chooses to serve and live his life for others. In an ever-evolving city and police department, Deputy Chief Criado embraces new challenges and change. It is his goal to lead in an environment that fosters mutual respect and understanding, reflective of the professional standards expected from those he serves.

Deputy Chief Paula Fimbres

Deputy Chief Paula Fimbres has been with the Fort Worth Police Department since 2001. She holds a Master Peace Officer License and a Police Instructor’s License through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement. She has completed the Leadership Trilogy training through FBI-LEEDA and the Women’s Leadership Institution through the International Association of Chiefs of Police. She has also earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Criminal Justice from Tarleton State University. Throughout her career, she has served as a patrol officer, detective, sergeant, lieutenant, captain and commander in several different units. She currently oversees the daily operations in the South, East and Central Patrol Divisions and the Community Outreach Division.

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 - Amy Ladd

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 - Leonard Elgin

The East Division encompasses portions of Council Districts 4, 8 and the majority of District 5. It stretches from Beach Street to DFW International Airport and is full of history and opportunity, no matter which route you take to get there.

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North Commander - Chad Mahaffey

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 - David Carabajal

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 - Mark Barthen

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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Khamphosey “Kim” Louanlavong, 33 years old

Report No: 04087670
Location: 2409 Nottingham
Synopsis: On the morning of July 25, 2004, Khamphosey “Kim” Louanlavong was found deceased inside her apartment, which was located in the rear of her family’s residential property.  She was last seen alive by her family the previous day. It was later determined that she had been shot.

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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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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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Nancy Bay, 23 years old

Report No: 81162009
Location: 3200 Lake Como
Synopsis: On May 12, 1981, Nancy Bay was found deceased in a field at 3200 Lake Como. She died as a result of a gunshot wound. Nancy Bay worked at the Tempo Club. The investigation revealed that she had left the club and was supposed to go visit a friend.

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Lakendrick Mayes

M/B DOB:2/3/1994
Hgt: 5’11” / Wgt: 250
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 305 NE 23rd St
Wanted For: Assault Bodily Injury, Family Member, Strangulation
Wanted By: FWPD
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Francisco Herrera-Martinez

M/W DOB:6/25/1990
Hgt: 5’08” / Wgt: 165
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 1029 W Beddell St
Wanted For: Sexual Assault Child, Rape
Wanted By: FWPD
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Zacchaeus Bristo

M/B DOB:1/28/1993
Hgt: 6’00” / Wgt: 175
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 4750 Norma St
Wanted For: Aggravated Robbery
Wanted By: FWPD
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Felicia Farris

F/W DOB:6/13/1963
Hgt: 5’07” / Wgt: 240
Hair: GRY / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 100 Crossfire Ct, Weatherford
Wanted For: Fraudulent Use/Possession of ID<5
Wanted By: FWPD
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Sterling Montgomery

M/B DOB:10/12/1961
Hgt: 5’06” / Wgt: 149
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 4253 Littlejohn Ave
Wanted For: Failure to Comply, Sex Offender Duty to Register
Wanted By: FWPD
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Gregory Freeman

M/B DOB:10/24/2002
Hgt: 5’08” / Wgt: 160
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: Unknown
Wanted For: Murder
Wanted By: FWPD
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Valentine Price

M/W DOB:2/24/1984
Hgt: 5’08” / Wgt: 155
Hair: BRO / Eyes: HAZ
Last Known Address: 3513 Rufus St
Wanted For: Failure to Comply, Sex Offender Registry with Previous Violation
Wanted By: FWPD
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Timothy Ballentine

M/W DOB:6/15/1988
Hgt: 6’02” / Wgt: 185
Hair: BRO / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 3024 Blue Crescent St
Wanted For: Abandon/Endanger Child, Immanent Danger
Wanted By: FWPD
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Columbus Garret

M/B DOB:1/21/1990
Hgt: 6’00” / Wgt: 199
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 1926 Pin Oak Lane, Lancaster
Wanted For: Aggravated Sexual Assault, Child
Wanted By: FWPD
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Dominique Gonzales

M/B DOB:3/11/1996
Hgt: 6’03” / Wgt: 245
Hair: BLK / Eyes: BRO
Last Known Address: 13055 FM 3522, Abilene
Wanted For: Indecency w/ Child, Fondling
Wanted By: FWPD
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