Todd Bettison sworn in as Detroit's interim police chief amid city's drop in violent crimes.

Todd Bettison was sworn in as Detroit's interim police chief, taking over from James White. With 27 years of experience in the Detroit Police Department, Bettison aims to sustain the city's recent decline in violent crimes, including a 18% drop in homicides. He plans to focus on community engagement and traffic enforcement while seeking the permanent role. A national search for a new chief will also be conducted.

November 12, 2024
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