The Brief
- Dallas Interim Police Chief Michael Igo made his first public appearance in his new role on Monday.
- In September, Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia announced he would be retiring.
- Igo has been with the Dallas Police Department for 33 years.
DALLAS – In his first public appearance as Interim Chief of the Dallas Police Department, Michael Igo presented new badges to 42 officers being promoted to the ranks of Senior Corporal, sergeants and lieutenants of police.
“This is another step in the department, building future leaders, and it’s an opportunity for newly promoted senior corporals, sergeants and lieutenants to get out in the field and be future leaders of this department. It’s an exciting time for the department,” said Igo.
He said it has been very busy these days, but is excited. “Very excited, very honored to be the interim chief of the Dallas police department, so yes, very excited.” …