The Duncanville Police Department has officially announced the promotion of veteran officer Adrian Tijerina to the role of Assistant Chief of Police. Tijerina, a seasoned member of the force with a 17-year tenure, has covered a broad spectrum of roles including Patrol Officer, Field Training Officer, SWAT Operator, and Instructor of Use of Force and Firearms. Prominent among his previous responsibilities are supervisory positions across Patrol, Internal Affairs, Training/Personnel, and SWAT.
According to the City of Duncanville, Chief of Police Matthew Stogner expressed his confidence in Tijerina's capabilities to greatly contribute to the department. "Assistant Chief Tijerina brings a wealth of experience and dedication to this role, and I have no doubt that his leadership will continue to strengthen our department and enhance the safety and well-being of our community," said Stogner.
Tijerina's new responsibilities will involve commanding the Operations function of the Police Department. This will place him in charge of overseeing the Patrol, Special Operations, and Traffic Divisions, which are pivotal in maintaining order and safety within the community.
As per the City of Duncanville, Tijerina wholeheartedly embraced his new position stating, “I am humbled and honored to serve the citizens of Duncanville and the men and women of the Duncanville Police Department as their Assistant Chief. I look forward to honorably serving this office and truly believe that relationships with the community and officers are paramount. I am excited to collaborate with officers and community stakeholders to foster an exceptional culture of public service,” which underscores his dedication to building strong community relations and his commitment to public service.
