After over 30 years of service CPD Executive Chief Halbert retires

The Chattanooga Police Department

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has announced that after 30 years of service, Executive Chief Jerome Halbert is retiring from the department.

Chief Halbert’s career began in 1993, during which he served in various roles in law enforcement, including:

•Public Housing

•Homicide

•Overseeing Special Operations and Budget & Finance

•Assistant Chief

In a statement shared by the CPD, they highlighted Chief Halbert’s contributions as Executive Chief, particularly his focus on Neighborhood Policing and Community Development.

Chief Halbert says, “For as long as I can remember, there has been only one thing I wanted to do, and that is to be a police officer. We have a small window in life to show people how much we care, and I’ve always tried to do that by mentoring and encouraging others to step outside their comfort zones and be the best versions of themselves. As I retire, I know I leave behind a department full of talented, dedicated officers who will continue to serve Chattanooga with pride.”