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.

Executive Assistant Chief Robert Alldredge

Executive 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 department's Finance/Personnel Bureau, consisting of the Training Division, Professional Standards Division, Program Support Division, Communications Division, and Quality Assurance. Executive 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.

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 is currently the Assistant Chief over the Support Bureau, which includes Tactical Command and Investigative and Support Command.

Assistant Chief David Carabajal

Assistant Chief Carabajal has been with the Fort Worth Police Department since 2003. He is currently assigned as Assistant Chief over the Support Bureau. As a Detective, he spent time in the Property Crimes Unit, the Domestic Violence Unit, the Sex Crimes Unit, and the Major Case Unit. Upon promotion to Sergeant, he worked in the Gang Unit before transferring to the Narcotics Unit, where he spent several years. As a Sergeant, he was credentialed as a task force Officer with the Department of Homeland Security. After a few years at the Sergeant rank, Assistant Chief Carabajal was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant, where he was put in command over the Vice and Narcotics Section before spending time in the Special Victims Section. Assistant Chief Carabajal served as the Commander of the North West Division before being promoted to Deputy Chief overseeing Tactical Command. Assistant Chief Carabajal graduated from the Drug Enforcement Agencies, Drug Unit Commander’s Academy in 2017 and is also a graduate of F.B.I. National Academy, Class 285. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Tarleton State University, a Master’s Degree in Public Safety from the University of Virginia, a Master Peace Officer License through the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement, and is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps.

Deputy Chief Buck Wheeler

Deputy Chief Buck Wheeler joined the Fort Worth Police Department in 1999. He has served as an officer, sergeant, lieutenant and commander in Patrol. He has also served at various ranks at the Training Division, Gang Unit, Criminal Investigations, Use of Force Oversight, Procedural Justice Unit and Administration. He has completed the FBI-LEEDA Leadership Trilogy, earned a TCOLE Master Peace Officer License and a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration. He oversees the department's Operational Command.

Deputy Chief Mark Barthen

Investigative and Support Command is under the direction of Deputy Chief Mark Barthen and consists of: the Criminal Investigations Division, Criminal Investigative Support Division, Forensic Science Division, Warrant & Records Management Division and Property & Evidence Management Division. He began his career with the Fort Worth Police Department in 1999 and has served in multiple units and ranks during his career including Patrol, Criminal Investigations, Narcotics, Fleet Services, Chief of Staff, and West Division Commander before promoting to Deputy Chief in 2022. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Tarleton State University, a Master’s Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Texas Christian University, and is a graduate of TCU Leadership Executive and Administrative Development (TCU L.E.A.D.) Class #2 and the FBI-LEEDA Leadership Trilogy training. As a Fort Worth native, Deputy Chief Barthen is committed to ensuring that he and those he serves with proudly represent Fort Worth with honor and integrity while respecting the unique diversity and culture of the city’s citizens and visitors.

Deputy Chief Pedro "Kiki" Criado

Deputy Chief Pedro “Kiki” Criado is a 30 plus 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 Chad Mahaffey

Deputy Chief G. Chad Mahaffey began his career with the Fort Worth Police Department in 1995. He brings experience as a former Commander for the North Division and Central Division, Captain over Tactical Intelligence Division, XO Captain for South Division, Lieutenant over Forensics and Economic Crimes, and Public Information Sergeant. He also served various roles throughout patrol including District Lieutenant, Sergeant, Field Training Corporal and Neighborhood Patrol Officer. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Midwestern State University, holds a Master Peace Officer License through TCOLE, is a graduate of Caruth Police Institute Executive Leadership Program, as well as other specialized emergency management training. He is currently the deputy chief over South Command where he oversees the operations of Central Division, South Division, East Division, and the Community Alliance Division.

Deputy Chief Monica Martin

Deputy Chief Martin grew up in Overton, a small town in East Texas. She moved to Fort Worth with her mother and stepfather in 1998 and graduated from Eastern Hills High School. In 2005, She joined the Fort Worth Police Department, following in the footsteps of her stepfather. She has been with the department for over 17 years and has worked in a variety of capacities, including patrol, background investigations, recruiting, and Court Liaison Supervisor. Deputy Chief Martin served as Commander in the East Division, which is where I grew up and still live, for over a year prior to her most recent promotion to Deputy Chief. She is excited about her new role as Deputy Chief over the Community Safety Partnership Bureau. One of her greatest assets is her passion for people, community, and building genuine relationships.

Deputy Chief Chris Daniels

Deputy Chief Chris Daniels began his career with the Fort Worth Police Department in 2005. He has served in various ranks across the department, including Crimes Against Children, Major Case, Gang, Hostage Negotiation, Internal Affairs, Public Information Officer, and Chief of Staff. Before his appointment as Deputy Chief over Tactical Command, he was the Commander of the Central Patrol Division. Tactical Command encompasses SWAT, Narcotics, Vice, Intelligence, Gang, Special Operations, and several other units. Deputy Chief Daniels holds a bachelor’s degree from Tarleton State University and is a graduate of the FBI National Academy. He has a Master Peace Officer certification and is a veteran of the United States Air Force.

Assistant Police Director Leo Luna

Assistant Police Director Leo Luna currently oversees the department's Personnel/Program Support Command, consisting of the Program Support Division, Employment Services and the Centralized Police Payroll Team.

Assistant Police Director Keith Morris

Assistant Police Director Keith Morris manages the Fiscal Command, which is responsible for Police budgets, purchasing, grants, and asset management. Keith joined the Department in 2018 from the healthcare finance sector with over 15 years experience in non-profit financial management. Since joining the Department, Keith has overseen an expansion of Crime Control and Prevention District funding for community groups that provide afterschool services, victim assistance, youth literacy, gang prevention, and more.

Central Commander - Robert Stewart

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 - Antione Williams

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 - Sean Kenjura

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 - Randy Molina

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 - Andre Smith

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 - Stefanie RIcks

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. Learn more about West Division

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Lacy Milton Hatchell, 31 years old

Report No: 84518942
Location: 4700 Poppy Drive East
Synopsis: On December 28, 1984, two persons delivering newspapers found Mr. Hatchell lying on the sidewalk, a few houses away from his residence. He died as a result of a gunshot wound. His vehicle was found about one block away.

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Catherine Davis, 24 years old

Report No: 84390654
Location: 3404 Park Ridge
Synopsis: On September 30, 1984, Catherine Davis was reported missing by a friend. Catherine had last been seen two days earlier at her residence on Park Ridge St. Her vehicle had been seen leaving the residence on Park Ridge on the night of September 28, 1984. A fire was discovered in Catherine’s apartment after her vehicle was seen leaving her residence. Her vehicle was found on October 7, 1984, at the West Cliff Manor Apartments, 3400 Dryden. On January 23, 1985, Catherine Davis was found deceased in a field in the southern part of Tarrant County. The investigation revealed that she might have been strangled.

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Reginald Payne, 26 years old

Report No: 07088973
Location: 5936 Callaston Lane #1060
Synopsis: On July 29, 2007, Reggie Payne was in an apartment at the Cherry Hill Apartments in the Woodhaven neighborhood of Fort Worth. Some individuals reported hearing a gunshot, and seeing two black males leaving the apartment. It was determined that Reginald Payne died as a result of a gunshot wound.

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Mary Till, 27 years old

Report No: Dallas PD-381545-P
Location: 6200 Baraboo Dr., Dallas
Synopsis: On August 17, 1983, Mary Till went out on a date. Mary Till returned to her apartment at 2501 Ivy Brook in Arlington on August 18. Later that morning, she called her workplace in Dallas and told an employee that she would be late for work. She never showed up for work. On January 3, 1984, some hunters found her body in a wooded area near a creek in the 6200 block of Baraboo Dr in Dallas. She died as a result of a gunshot wound. During this period of time, a Homicide Task Force had been established by the Fort Worth Police Department. The bodies of several females had been found in and around Fort Worth. Mary Till’s case was one of the cases that the Homicide Task Force investigated.

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De Corien Demerson-Brooks, DOB: 03/15/1998

Wanted For: Aggravated Robbery
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Gabriel Rendon, DOB: 11/20/1976

Wanted For: Continuous Sexual Abuse of Young Child
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Curtis Davis, 3/13/70

Wanted For: Murder
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Larry Smiley, DOB: 10/31/1972

Wanted For: Sexual Performance by Child Under 14
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Michael Salonga, DOB: 02/05/1961

Wanted For: Failure to Comply, Sex Offender Registration
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Don Harrison, DOB: 11/08/1976

Wanted For: Aggravated Sexual Assault, Child
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Cierra E. Hogue, DOB: 10/29/1985

Wanted For: Continuous Violence against Family
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Graciela Arroyo, DOB: 07/13/1993

Wanted For: Injury Child/Elderly/Disabled w/Int BI
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Richard Elphick, DOB:08/19/1971

Wanted For: Murder
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Samuel Molina, DOB: 02/02/1959

Wanted For: Failure to Comply, Sex Offender Registration
Wanted By: FWPD
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