Charles McClelland facts for kids
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Charles McClelland
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| Department | Houston Police Department |
| Badge number | Chief |
| Years of service | 1977 - 2016 |
| Rank | Sworn in as a Police Trainee - 1976 Patrol Officer - 1977  Assistant Chief of Police - 1998 Executive Assistant Chief of Police Police Chief - 2010 |
Charles A. McClelland Jr. was an important police chief for the Houston Police Department (HPD). He led the department from 2010 until 2016. He started his career in 1977 and worked his way up through different roles, eventually becoming the chief.
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Who is Charles McClelland?
Charles McClelland was the police chief of the Houston Police Department (HPD). He served in this top role from 2010 to 2016. He joined the department in May 1977. Over many years, he moved up through different positions. He started as a new officer and became an assistant chief by 1998. Later, he was asked to be the acting chief.
His Education and Learning
Chief McClelland studied at several universities. He earned a bachelor's degree in criminology. This is the study of crime and how it affects society. He got this degree from the University of Houston–Downtown. He also earned a master's degree in sociology. This degree is about how people live and interact in groups. He received it from the University of Houston–Clear Lake. He also graduated from the FBI National Academy. This is a special training program for law enforcement leaders.
His Career in Policing
Charles McClelland spent nearly 40 years working for the Houston Police Department. He started as a patrol officer in 1977. He learned a lot about police work from the ground up. He was known for being a very careful investigator.
Solving Community Problems
In 1992, there were some challenges in the city's Northeast Patrol Division. McClelland and another captain were brought in to help. They worked to solve problems and improve trust between officers and the community. This showed his skills in leadership and problem-solving.
Leading New Programs
As an assistant chief, McClelland helped bring in new tools for the police. He oversaw the use of tasers by officers. He also helped start a "real-time crime analysis program." This program helps police track and understand crime 24 hours a day. It helps them respond faster and more effectively.
Becoming Police Chief
Before becoming the official chief, McClelland was an executive assistant chief. In this role, he was in charge of many important police operations. This included about 1,500 officers and a large budget. Mayor Annise Parker officially made him the police chief in early 2010. He served as chief until his retirement in 2016.
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