Brian Manley

La ciudad quiere que la comunidad comparta sus opiniones sobre cuáles deberían ser las prioridades del siguiente jefe de la policía de Austin.

The city is asking the community to weigh in on priorities for a new police chief as the search to replace Brian Manley begins.

According to the city, Chacon has spent his entire career with APD, joining the department in 1998. He starts the job April 11.

City Manager Spencer Cronk has nominated APD Assistant Chief Joseph Chacon to replace Chief Brian Manley until the city can appoint someone to serve permanently in the role. Manley's last day is March 28.

City Manager Spencer Cronk said he will immediately start a national search for Manley's replacement. In the meantime, he will appoint an interim chief who will need to be confirmed by City Council.

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