ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The search for a new Albuquerque Police Department chief is now underway. The city hired a consulting firm to help with the recruitment and selection process, and applications are already being submitted. Mayor Tim Keller said he’s looking for someone who can meet today’s challenges, including fentanyl and long-standing cracks in the criminal justice system.
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The city is planning a series of community input sessions on the search, and a survey will be sent out. The city is looking to replace Harold Medina, who retired late last year. Deputy Chief Cecily Barker is leading the department on an interim basis.
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