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City of Tucson has announced a major leadership transition at the Tucson Police Department

  • Writer: 17GEN4
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  • 2 hours ago
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The City of Tucson has announced a major leadership transition at the Tucson Police Department (TPD), with current Chief Chad Kasmar retiring and Deputy Chief Monica Prieto appointed as his successor.In a statement released today, the City of Tucson confirmed that Chief Kasmar is retiring from the department, effective February 13, 2026. City Manager Tim Thomure has selected Deputy Chief Monica Prieto to assume the role of Chief of Police. The announcement, shared via the city's official X account (@cityoftucson), expressed gratitude to Chief Kasmar for his service to the community and extended congratulations to Chief Prieto on her upcoming promotion.


Chief Kasmar, a Tucson native and long-time TPD veteran who joined the department in 2000, has led the agency since late 2021. His tenure focused on priorities such as community partnerships, violent crime reduction, officer wellness, and initiatives like embedding mental health support programs within the department.


Deputy Chief Prieto, who began her career with TPD in 1999, has risen through the ranks over more than 25 years. She previously served in patrol, detective roles, and leadership positions including Southside Patrol Division Commander and oversight of the Investigative Services Bureau before her promotion to Deputy Chief in January 2023. In her current role as second-in-command, she oversees the Executive Office Bureau, including professional standards, public information, wellness, and strategic communications.


Reports indicate that Chief Kasmar will transition to a new position as a Deputy County Administrator with Pima County, beginning March 1, 2026.The City of Tucson highlighted the change in an official news release linked from their announcement. Local media outlets, including KVOA News 4 Tucson and the Tucson Sentinel, have covered the development, confirming the retirement and appointment details as provided by city officials.This transition comes as the Tucson Police Department continues efforts to address recruitment, retention, traffic safety, and violent crime reduction in the community.


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