After an extensive nationwide hunt, Lewisville has announced Deputy Chief Brook Rollins from the Arlington Police Department as the city's new top cop. Rollins will replace Chief Kevin Deaver upon his retirement after over three decades of service. This February, Rollins' tenure as the Chief of Police will commence, according to the City of Lewisville, Texas.
"I am truly humbled by the opportunity to put on the Lewisville badge and work alongside the great people of the Lewisville Police Department," Rollins stated. The Arlington PD veteran is stepping into big shoes after the city concluded its search that began in September, which attracted more than 60 applicants, per the City of Lewisville, Texas.
The selection process was noted by City Manager Claire Powell for its rigor, praising Rollins' deep-rooted experience and dedication to community trust. "Chief Rollins brings with him a wealth of experience, dedication, and a commitment to fostering community trust," Powell said in the announcement. Rollins' approach, which emphasizes "innovation, transparency, data, and community engagement," has her confident that he will be a catalyst for progressive community relations and safety, as per the City of Lewisville, Texas.
Rollins joined Arlington PD back in 2002, making marks in several roles, including patrol officer, SWAT team member, and Auto Theft Detective. He's also known for launching the department's Unmanned Aircraft System (or drone) program in 2012, one of the first in the nation that expanded to a successful citywide initiative. Together with the police force, Rollins oversaw the implementation of a new Records Management System that refreshed crime reporting protocols for the Arlington PD, allowing the department to report crime more openly and transparently to the community and the department.
Rollins' educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M University and a Master of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Texas at Arlington. He brings to the table leadership training from the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Association Trilogy program and a Master Peace Officer Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
