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Detroit council confirms Todd Bettison as permanent police chief

2479940 · February 18, 2025
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Summary

By unanimous voice consent the City Council approved the appointment of Interim Chief Todd Bettison as Detroit—s chief of police; Bettison told council he plans technology pilots and training to reduce emergency-vehicle accidents and liabilities.

The City Council voted on Feb. 18 to appoint Todd Bettison as chief of the Detroit Police Department. Council Member Letitia Johnson moved for approval of the appointment, and the council approved it without objection; a waiver was attached to the appointment resolution.

Johnson opened the item by moving approval: "Madam President move for approval online item 16.1. This is to appoint Todd Bettison to chief of police…

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