Henderson selects 21-year veteran as new police chief

The city of Henderson named Hollie Chadwick, a veteran with the city’s police department, as its new police chief on Monday.

Chadwick, who served as police captain since 2019, has been with the Henderson Police Department since 2002, is a graduate of the FBI National Academy, holds a doctorate in Public Administration from Capella University, and holds two bachelor’s degrees and a master’s degree from UNLV.

“Hollie has served HPD for 21 years and has held several leadership positions, including sergeant of the patrol and problem-solving group, lieutenant overseeing SWAT & more!” the city said, in a tweet.

We are excited to announce Deputy Chief Hollie Chadwick has been promoted to @HendersonNVPD Police Chief! 👮‍♀️🚨

Hollie has served HPD for 21 years and has held several leadership positions, pic.twitter.com/uOu88BtnyR

— City of Henderson (@cityofhenderson) April 17, 2023

The Henderson Police Department also tweeted about Chadwick’s promotion, saying, “We are proud to have a 21-year veteran of the Henderson Police Department lead our exemplary department and continue our commitment to public safety.”

Chadwick is expected to take the Oath of Office on May 2.

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