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Capt. David Dostal’s extensive relationships and frontline, boots-on-the ground policing experience -- from his earlier days as a bicycle patrol officer -- pushed him to the top to become Cedar Rapids’ next police chief, city officials say.
In Cedar Rapids’ search for a new police chief, some residents say they’re looking for a respected leader who focuses on community policing and trust. The four candidates met the community on Wednesday.
The search for a new Cedar Rapids police chief is almost over, nearly 10 months after the previous chief, Wayne Jerman, aged out of the position and retired. A public meet and greet with the finalists is planned for next week.
The city of Cedar Rapids saw a noticeable decrease in shots-fired incidents and other violent crime in 2023. Police attribute the decrease to some arrests made early in the year and the city’s Group Violence Intervention Program.
As a blizzard looms over Iowa, the state’s Department of Transportation (DOT) and local police departments are preparing for the challenging conditions. Craig B