Todd Bettison appointed permanent chief of Detroit Police

The Detroit City Council has officially appointed Todd Bettison as the new chief of police, following his tenure as interim chief. Bettison, who has over 30 years of experience within the Detroit Police Department, was previously deputy mayor and played a significant role in reducing violent crime through community violence intervention initiatives. Mayor Mike Duggan praised Bettison for his leadership and deep understanding of the community's needs, stating he is a 'unifying force' within the department. Bettison's appointment comes after the resignation of former chief James White, who left to lead the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network. During the council meeting, members expressed confidence in Bettison's ability to continue the department's progress and address public safety challenges. Bettison plans to implement new technologies to improve communication between emergency responders and the public, enhancing public safety measures.