Joe Vigil has been named the interim police chief of Antioch, California, succeeding Brian Addington, who is retiring. Vigil brings 25 years of law enforcement experience and previously served as acting chief. The city will continue its search for a permanent police chief while Vigil assumes his new role.
The city of Antioch on Tuesday announced Joe Vigil is its new interim police chief , succeeding interim chief Brian Addington, who is retiring. City Manager Bessie Marie Scott said in a statement that she has confidence in Vigil's leadership. 'Chief Vigil has dedicated his life to serving the residents of Antioch ,' Scott said. 'He's a proven leader who will continue championing our reforms addressing violence reduction, community engagement, and strengthening our police ranks.
While Vigil steps into the role, the city said it will continue its nationwide search for a permanent police chief. Addington will remain available in a support capacity. Former Chief Steven Ford announced his retirement in July 2023 in the middle of a racist text message scandal involving dozens of discriminatory text messages circulating among Antioch police officers between September 2019 and January 2022.
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