Dallas has a new police chief. The city announced Friday morning that Daniel Comeaux will be next to head the department. Comeaux has been in law enforcement for 33 years, most recently serving as the Special Agent in Charge of the DEA Houston Field Office.
City Manager Kimberly Tolbert selected Comeaux from a field of five finalists, which included two internal candidates.
"Chief Comeaux will bring unique experience to this especially challenging role. As a former Houston police officer and as a commander who has spent years fighting the scourge of illicit drugs such as fentanyl in urban neighborhoods and in border communities at the federal level, he understands that public safety is foundational to building stronger cities," Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson said.
“Special Agent in Charge Comeaux has consistently demonstrated a proven track record of successfully addressing complex crime challenges across large scale, diverse populations, and geographic areas – that span internationally,” said Dallas City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert. “The City of Dallas continues to achieve crime reduction year after year. I am confident with SAC Comeaux at the helm, we will continue to be one of the safest large cities in the country, while building trust, and bolstering our recruitment and retention efforts. I want to thank Interim Chief Michael T. Igo for his longstanding service to the Dallas Police Department, and his willingness to lead during this time of transition.”
Comeaux started his career with the Houston Police Department in 1991 and joined the DEA in 1997.
“I joined the police force because I witnessed what can happen to neighborhoods that aren’t safe. At the federal level, I am known as the local cop because of my collaborative approach to tackling crime and my dedication to developing leaders in public safety who are bridge builders for the community," Comeaux said. "I am proud that my career in law enforcement has come full circle and look forward to serving alongside the men and women of the Dallas Police Department."
Comeaux will have an introductory press conference on Monday.
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