@Joe_Chacon_

Chief of Police (Ret), Austin Police Dept

 Austin TX
Joined September 2011
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The families of Ofc. Lindsey, Ofc. Traylor, Sgt. Urias, Firefighter Kelley, and Fire Battalion Chief Maher, have our deepest sympathy. We also want to thank the families for the sacrifices you've made to enable your loved one to serve our city in such a fine and honorable way.
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This morning, we honored some of our fallen heroes at the City of Austin Public Service Employee Memorial Ceremony. Established in May 2011, the ceremony pays tribute to employees who lost their lives in service to this city. @austintexasgov @austinfiredept
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Chief Chacon Statement Regarding the Death of Tyre Nichols in Memphis, TN
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Officers Stratton, McGraw, Lakey, Officer, Fiala, Vance, Garcia, and Brito, Detectives Goldman, Cruz, and Corporal Turner are our employees of the week. Join us in thanking them for their dedication to caring for our community members in their time of need!
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As you prepare to gather with your loved ones this Thanksgiving, APD would like to remind you to celebrate responsibly. Here’s a message from @Chief_Chacon:
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Today we celebrate the life of Senior Austin Police Officer Anthony "Tony" Martin, who dedicated his entire life to protecting others. Thank you for your service. We will always remember you. End of watch 09/23/22
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At #TribFest22 on Saturday I’ll talk with Houston Police Chief @TroyFinner, San Antonio Police @Chief_McManus and Austin Police @Chief_Chacon about the state of urban policing. This is part of our free programming. Join us! tribfest.org
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@MjrCitiesChiefs representatives @Chief_Chacon @PPDCommish @PhxPDChief were honored to attend the #MedalofValor ceremony. Thank you @POTUS for recognizing the heroism of our public safety officials.
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We invite you to Meet the 145th Cadet Class this Wednesday, April 6th from 4:00-6:30pm! Join us at Edward Rendon Sr Park (2101 Jesse E. Segovia). Stop by to meet our newest police cadets, your district representatives and grab some public safety items! Open to the public.
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#FlashbackFriday to when 66 new officers joined the Austin Police Department! Graduation is very meaningful, and as you can see in the photos, many had their loved ones, who are also law enforcement, pin their badges. If you have a heart to serve, join the #APDFamily.
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The Austin Police Recruiting Unit would like to congratulate our newest police officers. Cadet Class 144 graduated this past Friday after 8 months of rigorous training. We thank you for choosing our department and our city in which to serve and we wish you a long and safe career.
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The APD 144th Cadet Class ran the traditional Chief’s Run across the Congress Bridge, ending at the State Capitol Peace Officers Memorial. Hear from @Chief_Chacon and several of the cadets in this video. They will be commissioned during graduation ceremonies on Friday. #joinapd
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Chief of Police Joseph Chacon holds a media availability to discuss the latest progress in the Safer 6th Street Initiative. 💻 Watch here: youtu.be/eRdWc6Q3KXE

Safer 6th Street Initiative

Chief of Police Joseph Chacon holds a media availability to discuss...

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Hi Austin, this is Sgt. Dwyer reminding you to have a plan before you go out for New Year celebrations. Don't drink and drive, #ArriveAlive #VisionZero 🎉
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Earlier today, Officer Eric Lindsey was laid to rest. He first worked for @TravisCoSheriff and spent the next 20 years serving the Austin Police Department, working to keep Austin residents safe. He is greatly missed by his fellow officers, friends and family.
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Today we honor and remember the life of Austin Police Officer Eric Lindsey who passed away on December 5, 2021 due to a prolonged illness. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Tanya & their son Mason. Donations for the Lindsey Family can be made at AustinC4C.com
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Today we honor and remember the life of our brother, Sr. Officer Eric Lindsey who passed away on December 5, 2021 due to a prolonged illness. He was a devoted husband, father, brother and son. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, their son and the entire Lindsey family.
Austin Police Department
@Austin_Police10 Dec 2021
APD News Release: Passing of Senior Police Officer Eric Lindsey, Visitation and Funeral Services - mailchi.mp/austintexas.gov/a…
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Leadership sets the trajectory of an organization, a department, a community. 
 Please join us in congratulating Chief of Staff Robin Henderson, Assistant Chief Catherine Johnson, Assistant Chief Jason Staniszewski, Commander Eric Fitzgerald and Commander Courtney Daniel.
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Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to reflect on what we are grateful for this year. We at APD are grateful for you, the community. Please #watch this video featuring all of our Chiefs wishing you a happy -- and safe -- #Thanksgiving .
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Congrats to @Officer_Bino who received the Chair Award at the 38th Annual Awards Ceremony & was recently promoted to Detective! We're fortunate to have you working hard in our community to care for all of Austin! #localheroes #firstresponders @Chief_Chacon @Austin_Police @ATXPOA
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