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West Covina council appoints Antonio Cortina as police chief; sworn in at ceremony
Summary
The City Council unanimously appointed longtime West Covina officer Antonio Cortina as police chief Jan. 7, 2025. Cortina was sworn in at a public ceremony and pledged to emphasize community engagement, transparency and procedural justice.
The West Covina City Council on Jan. 7 appointed Antonio Cortina as the city’s next police chief and immediately swore him into office in a public ceremony at the Civic Center.
City Manager Paulina Morales recommended Cortina after an internal recruitment, saying he has “28 years of law enforcement experience and a distinguished record of leadership, service, and community engagement.” Councilmember Brian Gutierrez moved to appoint Cortina; Mayor Pro Tem Lopez Viado seconded the motion and the council voted 5-0 to approve the appointment.
At the swearing-in, Judge Joseph James Copeland administered the oath. Cortina told…
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