Meet Tallahassee’s New Police Chief

Three Events Planned in January

December 27, 2019

Incoming Police Chief Lawrence Revell will be officially sworn in on Monday, Jan. 6, and will host additional events in January to meet with the community. As part of his vision, Chief Revell aims to strengthen ties with the community, implement positive changes within the department and enhance collaboration with TPD’s law enforcement partners.

“We will enhance the relationship that our department has with the community,” Incoming Chief Revell said. “We’re going to have real conversations about real issues. I hope you take the time to attend one of the upcoming meetings because opening the lines of communication is a critical first step.”

The community is invited to following events:

• Monday, Jan. 6, at 10 a.m., the official swearing-in of Chief Revell will be held at Jack McLean Community Center, located at 700 Paul Russell Road.
• Thursday, Jan. 9, at 6 p.m., the community is invited to a reception-style meet-and-greet with Chief Revell at Hilaman Golf Course, located at 2737 Blair Stone Road.
• Thursday, Jan. 30, at 6 p.m., the community is invited to meet Chief Revell at Sue Herndon McCollum Community Center at Lafayette Park, 501 Ingleside Avenue.

Additionally, Incoming Chief Revell plans to establish a citizens committee to enhance the two-way communication between TPD and residents. More details about the creation of the committee, including how to apply to serve on it, will be shared in early 2020.

Incoming Chief Revell, a Tallahassee native, has served with TPD for 28 years. He has earned two Medals of Bravery (2007 and 1997) and two Meritorious Service Awards (2008 and 1996). During his career, he has worked in nearly every division of TPD, including patrol, TAC, high risk offenders, financial crimes and the chaplain program, among others. Prior to being named Chief, he served as the Major overseeing the Criminal Investigations Bureau.

Learn more about TPD at Talgov.com/TPD.