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Julie Epperson
CHIEF OF POLICE SCOTT M. WAHL
SERVING SDPD SINCE 04/13/1998
Chief of Police Scott Wahl has served the San Diego Police Department since 1998.
He is the 2nd generation of his family to serve San Diego – his father Michael was an SDPD officer for 35 years when, in 2004, he retired at the rank of Detective.
During his career Chief Wahl obtained a diverse background and varied experience in policing that includes challenging issues like homelessness, mental health, drug and alcohol addiction, and media relations.
Chief Wahl was promoted to Assistant Chief of Police in September 2023. He was responsible for special projects and legislative affairs.
On March 21, 2024, Mayor Todd Gloria nominated Assistant Chief Wahl to serve as Chief of Police upon the retirement of David Nisleit.
He was sworn in on June 7, 2024. Less than one week later Chief Wahl announced a significant restructuring plan to the department. Among the changes was the resurection of the one star rank of Commander.
MEET THE COMMAND STAFF
Executive Assistant Chief
Assistant Chief
Assistant Chief
Assistant Chief
Commander
Benjamin Kelso
Neighborhood Services
THE RANK OF COMMANDER WILL OFFICIALLY BE REINSTATED ON AUGUST 3, 2024
Assistant Chief
Michael Holden *
Operations
Assistant Director
Kyle Meaux *
Finance
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Alberto Leos
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Chris Knighten
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Matt Novak
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Ryan Hallahan *
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Tammy Clenenden *
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Rick Aguilar *
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Jeff Jordon
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Vernon Peterson
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Charles Lara
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Matt Dobbs *
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Albert Ambito *
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Stephen Shebloski *
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Juan Sanchez
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Jeff Peterson
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Anthony Dupree
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Manuel Del Toro
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John "Wes" Morris
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Adam Sharki
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Martha Sainz
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Brent Williams
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Rich Freedman
* Effective August 3, 2024
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Terence Charlot *
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Bernie Colon *
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Laura McLean
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Jerry Hara
