City of El Centro names new Chief of Police
Karina Bazarte
EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA) – The El Centro City Council has named Kelly Brown as the new Chief of Police during the council’s regular meeting Tuesday.
According to a press release, Brown served as Acting Chief since May of this year, and he brings more than 20 years of experience in law enforcement and leadership to the role.
“I am truly grateful for the trust the City Manager and our City Council has placed in me to lead such a dedicated team of professionals,” said Chief Brown. “I am honored to serve the City of El Centro in this new role and believe the heart of policing relies on partnerships with the community. My commitment is to provide the highest standard of police services through innovation, cooperation, and teamwork. Together, we will continue building a safer, stronger, and more connected community.”
Brown, according to the press release, began his career in law enforcement with Brawley Police Department back in 2002.
The press release says Brown also served as Interim Chief “before joining the Chula Vista Police Department in 2019, where he spent more than three years before accepting the Deputy Chief position with the City of El Centro in February 2023.”
“Chief Brown has demonstrated exceptional integrity, professionalism, and commitment to the residents of El Centro,” said City Manager Robert Sawyer. “His broad experience and deep understanding of community policing make him an excellent choice to lead our department moving forward.”
To learn more about this, read the press release, written in English and Spanish, below.