Following an extensive recruitment and selection process, the city of Dallas has promoted Jerry Mott from within the ranks of its police department to be the new chief of police.
Mott, the current deputy chief of police for Dallas, brings 26 years of law enforcement experience to the role. Mott will transition into the chief role as current Police Chief Tom Simpson plans to retire at the end of June. Mott will officially assume his new position on July 1.
Mott began his career in law enforcement as a cadet with the Oregon State Police and was a sheriff’s deputy before joining the Dallas Police Department in 2004. Over the years, he has risen through the ranks, earning a reputation as a dedicated leader committed to public safety and community engagement…