Antioch announces permanent police chief, assistant city manager
Briefly

Antioch has appointed Joe Vigil as the permanent police chief and Brad Helfenberger as the permanent assistant city manager. This decision, announced by City Manager Bessie M. Scott, aims to enhance leadership and establish a renewed commitment to accountability and reform within the police department, particularly following past controversies. Vigil's experience and understanding of local challenges position him to lead necessary changes, fostering a culture of transparency and constitutional policing. Scott described this as a pivotal moment in the city’s progress towards a better community and police force.
"We have turned a corner. This leadership solidifies our direction and our resolve," said Antioch City Manager Bessie M. Scott, emphasizing the move towards stability and reform.
"This will not be the same police department," emphasized Scott, highlighting plans for transparency and accountability following past scandals.
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