Town hall scheduled to discuss JCPD body camera implementation
The town hall is scheduled to take place Thursday at 6 p.m. to discuss the upcoming implementation of body cameras for Jefferson City police officers.
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The town hall is scheduled to take place Thursday at 6 p.m. to discuss the upcoming implementation of body cameras for Jefferson City police officers.
In this bonus episode, Managing Editor Gary Castor chats with City Government Reporter Anna Watson about Capt. Eric Wilde becoming the city's next police chief. We also hear from Wilde on what he’s most excited about and what he plans to bring to the table.
On Thursday afternoon, Eric Wilde, a captain, was dressed head-to-toe in the navy police uniform in the lobby of the Jefferson City police department. He soon turned and headed back to his office, letting the door close behind him.
The appointment comes after the department's former chief, Roger Schroeder, retired in March. He served the Capital City since February 1999. Wilde was recommended by city administrator Steve Crowell.
Capt. Eric Wilde has been with the city since 1998, serving in a variety of positions.