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Lancaster's first Hispanic police chief, Richard Mendez, is retiring Dec. 19 after 25 years, including three as chief.
Lancaster City Police Chief Richard Mendez, the department's first Hispanic chief, is retiring December 19 after a 25-year career, including three years as chief.
He announced his retirement, expressing gratitude to the department and community, and plans to take time off before deciding his next steps.
Mendez, appointed permanent chief in 2022, achieved department accreditation and oversaw staffing studies, with 108 officers currently serving and more joining soon.
Since 2000, all Lancaster police chiefs have left their positions, including Mendez, who followed a personal plan to retire after 25 years.
A recruitment process for his replacement will begin shortly.
El primer jefe de policía hispano de Lancaster, Richard Mendez, se retirará el 19 de diciembre después de 25 años, incluyendo tres como jefe.