Chief's Corner
WELCOME
The DeWitt Police Department is made up of experienced law enforcement professionals that are here to serve you and make DeWitt a safe place to live, work, and play. Community Oriented Policing is not just a catch phrase in DeWitt, but rather it is the philosophy of the DeWitt Police Department by which we build partnerships with you - the community to solve problems and address issues important to you. Please do not hesitate to contact me or any member of the DeWitt Police Department if we can be of assistance to you in any way. TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Gene Ellis, Chief of Police
Chief Gene Ellis began his law enforcement career with a large suburban police department in Texas where he served as a patrol officer, detective, juvenile investigator, sergeant and Internal Affairs supervisor. He also served as Chief of Police for 2 other communities before coming to DeWitt. Chief Ellis is a graduate of the 217th Session of the FBI National Academy Program and he holds a Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice. Chief Ellis is dedicated to professionalism in law enforcement which he expounds on as an instructor of ethics and various other topics to police cadets, experienced police officers, and community groups. Chief Ellis is married and has three children.
Email Chief Ellis at dewittchief@gmtel.net
Building Partnerships with our community to improve the quality of life in DeWitt by reducing crime and the fear of crime.