She has led a life of public service and represented South Phoenix with dignity during her tenure. PHOENIX (3TV/CBS 5) The Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams plans to retire this summer, according to a tweet by the Phoenix Police Department. She earned received her masters degree in educational leadership in 1999 and is currently studying to get her doctoral degree in the same subject. City of Phoenix Williams came up through the Phoenix Police Department and, at one point,was in charge of the departments southern division and oversaw about 1,000 sworn and civilian personnel. She was one of three candidates for the job. 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So I stood up and said, okay, embrace the moment, take a deep breath.". She's under fire as top cop, in charge of the police officers seen terrorizing and threatening to kill a young black family. "After the National Anthem, say a prayer, I touch my chest, they touch their chest," he said. I will listen to your concerns. . "Today, I get a tremendous amount of pride to be known as Jeri's husband or Alan's father. She moved to Oxnard, California to head up the department there in 2011, and then returned to Phoenix to take over the police department in 2016. She said, like you, Im disturbed by the language and action of our officer, but said the incident is not representative of the majority of the police department. Alan replied, "I wouldn't say tempted. August 12, 2021, 6:53 PM. Just like when I felt called to do this job, I also feel called right now to go in a new direction, allowing me the rare opportunity to prioritize family and explore future endeavors.". PHOENIX With the hire of Jeri Williams as the city of Phoenixs newest chief of police came curiosity as to who she is and her history. "This is a critical time for the Phoenix Police Department. Jacob Raiford, with the social advocacy group We Rising, said that he felt that Chief Williams lacked transparency and is hoping that the new chief will do better. Former Oxnard Police Chief Jeri Williams (Oxnard Police Department Facebook). Some 300 campers stranded at an Arizona park due to flooding, 19 stolen cars found at suspected 'chop shop' in Phoenix, DPS says, DPS: Several stolen cars found at Phoenix salvage yard, Wednesday morning Arizona forecast 1-18-23, 'Like kicking a dog when it's down': DOJ investigates Phoenix homeless cleanups, 5 things the feds are investigating the Phoenix police for. Williams has been in law enforcement for 33 years and began her career with the Phoenix Police Department in 1989. Phoenix appointed Jeri L. Williams as its police chief in 2016. AZPOST. ", Jeri added, "I feel it would be disrespectful to not stand and honor the flag of our nation. She started her career with the Phoenix Police Department in 1989 working the same streets she grew up on in Maryvale. local news and culture, Katya Schwenk But still not leaving public service, said Williams. The police files zero charges against them for shoplifting. Williams started as a beat cop in 1989 and worked her way up the ranks to become police chief. Phoenix's independent source of Copyright 2022 KTVK/KPHO. Still getting paid they earn more than $72,000 a year for desk duty.. A family spokesperson shared the videos with the Phoenix New Times. Williams served nearly six years as Oxnard, California Police Chief, joining that department in 2010, where she strengthened police-community relationships and oversaw the implementation of police body-worn cameras, her Phoenix police bio reads. Police also admit they did not believe the family was armed. Williams' impending retirement comes after the Justice Department launched a widespread probe into the department to examine whether officers have been using excessive force and abusing people experiencing homelessness. There is never a perfect time to transition but the time feels right for me now to step aside. We have not seen that in 5 years, not seen that in 15 years, and its time for us to look at that more holistic standpoint--a much more honest, transparent standpoint.. Just as her son realizes his dream to play in the NBA for the Phoenix Suns. including, but not limited to: Being fully compliant with the requirements for #8cantwait - which was enacting all eight major police policies with the hope of decreasing police killings, body-worn cameras, and transparency with the public when critical incidents occurred. He actively seeks out officers who are working the game to thank them. Almost all of the pieces are in place. Colin Kaepernick, the protests -- has he ever been tempted to sit or protest during the anthem? Meyer wrote what has been the narrative so far: the couples child took a dollar store Barbie-like doll and the family was pursued based on that shoplifting incident. The couple had two college-aged sons, Alan and Cody. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Its time to put family first for the moment, said Williams. City of Phoenix On Tuesday morning, Phoenix police chief Jeri Williams and the city of Phoenix. Its a heavy crown to wear. To help you get to know the chief a little better, we put together the following: Williams will be the first female to lead the citys police force and will take over for current Chief Joe Yahner in October, when the latter retires. She was promoted to assistant chief before moving to California to. independent local journalism in Phoenix. The Phoenix Police Department has faced numerous controversies under Williams' tenure. "There is never a perfect time to transition but the time feels right for me now to step aside. Alan, the eldest, was picked up by the Phoenix Suns as an unsigned free agent and is currently plying his trade with the squad in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. A year later, Williams announced multiple officers were put on desk duty and faced possible misconduct investigations after an advocacy group published thousands of social media posts by officers in Phoenix and around the country showing racist comments and imagery. On the Phoenix Police Department website, Williams bio describes her as an accomplished police executive.. Williams was also briefly suspended over the high-profile "ACAB gang" scandal, where Phoenix police and Maricopa County prosecutors brought bogus gang charges against more than a dozen Black Lives . Chief Jeri Williams, Phoenix Police. The couple had two college-aged sons, Alan and Cody. Theres no disputing what was done and said as its on video, but Phoenix police appear to say the actions of its officers, while disturbing were somehow justified. All rights reserved. She was promoted to assistant chief before moving to California to become police chief with the Oxnard Police Department. I was appalled, but, not surprised at the reaction of the rioters-when people like your officer do what has been shown on this video, its easy to understand why no one trusts, or believes, law enforcementat any level.- When I was in the Border Patrol Academy and later the Criminal Investigators course, the phrase minimum force necessary was used over and over and over again. MORE: Phoenix police chief, officers disciplined after investigation into gang charges, challenge coins, Phoenix City Manager Jeff Barton said of her announcement, "This is a personal decision. Then the full report came out, written by the officer who is heard on video threatening to shoot the family, Christopher Meyer. After much prayer and consideration and in consultation with my family and city leadership, I have decided to make a change," Williams said in a tweet. We managed to bring her home from California in October 2016 to serve as our Police Chief. Juan Zavala was beaten by police and died of unknown causes in 2014. What the report does not state is that police gave mixed commands, held the family at gunpoint, threatened to shoot and kill them, and manhandled, indeed assaulted, court documents allege, Ames, Harper and her baby she was holding. The report states that the officer, presumed to be the named Myer, Meyer or Meyers, wrote that he feared that Harper was reaching for a weapon when she said she could not put her hands up because she was holding her baby. She received many awards, led parades and was a Woman of the Year. As a 33-year law enforcement veteran, Chief Williams has devoted her life to protecting our community. Community Message from Police Chief Jeri Williams: https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/1089: Police: 3/24/2020 10:00:00 PM: https://youtu.be/LxsQI3JAaxA But in reality, they're people in that position and they make human decisions on a daily basis.". Somehow, I dont think this is the case with the Phoenix PD, but, probably should be. I am proud to have paved the way for this department to move forward in a positive manner while at the same time opening the door for the next Chief to enter., On behalf of the men and women of the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association, we thank Chief Jeri Williams for her commitment and service to the Phoenix Police Department, Darrel Kriplean, the president of the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association, said in a statement sent to Arizonas Family. The Chiefs impending retirement this summer represents an opportunity for improvement for the Phoenix PD. In August 2021, the Department of Justice announced it would be investigating the City of Phoenix and the Phoenix Police Department. She was able to balance her role as chief beyond what anybody could have expected. PHOENIX - Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams will retire this summer, the department announced on May 3. People of faith, people who work so hard throughout their whole life to provide for my brother and me. AND, if laws have been found to have been broken, he should be harshly punished to set an example. In 2012, a mentally ill man was shot and killed by police in his house. Jeri Williams, the first woman to become Chief of Police for the city of Phoenix; Cody Williams, her husband, a former councilman and now a Justice of the Peace in Phoenix; and their son Alan, a newly signed center for the Phoenix Suns. While we will find out more about exactly where Williams stands on certain topics as we move closer to her October start date, she did speak about a few things in the buildup to her hire. The cops are still on the job. Chief Jeri Williams says the decision was motivated by her family, and shes focused on putting family first in this new chapter of life. PHOENIX - Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams said a number of factors played a role in her decision to retire from the department but heeding the "call to service" will remain part . So it is a cry out, it is a see and listen to me and help me understand why this is happening. Of the 12, half are women of color. PHOENIX Chief Jeri Williams of the Phoenix Police Department announced her retirement on Tuesday morning. She oversees the largest police department in Arizona, manages 2,900 sworn officers and around 900 civilian staffers. Would love your thoughts, please comment. I also think his chain of command should face a review as well. They're all finally back in their hometown, just in time for the holidays and it's when the Williams family suits up for work that you realize their power and influence. Here in Phoenix, Chief Williams was honored by the AZ Centennial Legacy Project as one of Arizonas 48 most intriguing women, again for her leadership in law enforcement. Police described the entire incident, the violent arrest and threats to shoot the family, as, a man and woman in the car were taken into custody and detained.. An employee shot an man brandishing a gun at a gas station in Avondale on Wednesday morning, authorities said. So, what is next for the police chief? A police officer in certain places wouldn't have gotten that same reception," said Alan. After much prayer and consideration and in consultation with my family and city leadership, I have decided to make a change, the tweet from the Phoenix Police Department reads. Hes more than likely done this before & his rank probably knows about it. Were still servants to this community, and thats not going to change., Williams also described the changes social media and cellphone videos have brought law enforcement since shes been in the line of duty for over three decades. In a collection of recorded conversations, Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams top aides privately stated that she misled the city council and public in the wake of an ABC15 investigation that exposed how police and prosecutors falsely charged protesters as gang members. 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