Kelli Smith

A Dallas officer who was fired, then reinstated, was arrested again. Carlos Almeida faces public intoxication. He'd previously been accused of family strangulation, which was dropped in 2023. @dallasnews https://t.co/lVo8aPlP6Y

Dallas’ new police chief, Daniel Comeaux, is officially sworn in. He pledged to “look, listen and learn” — and to “proactively attack violent crime.” There’s pressure after 4 years of violence reduction, he said, but “we’re going to make it the 5th, 6th, 7th years in a row.” https://t.co/A6eJzF0bGX

RT @dallasnews: Election Day wrapped with under 50,000 in-person ballots cast in Dallas County, according to officials. Find live election…

After our investigation revealed DPD’s chief medical officer has a history of sexual harassment allegations, Dallas PD Chief Daniel Comeaux said he’s looking into Alex Eastman and will make “a decision as soon as I can gather all the facts.” w/@bysambrose https://t.co/1y2bHNgBzY

Dallas PD Chief Daniel Comeaux is making at least $310,000 a year. I asked how long he plans to stay Dallas' chief. "If I can work 10 more years, that’d be amazing,” Comeaux said. “I want everybody to understand that I plan on staying here.” @dallasnews https://t.co/rN8i1q5P6l

In his first public remarks about immigration since he became Dallas PD chief, Daniel Comeaux said his officers will help federal authorities if asked. “If our federal partners need us to assist them, we’ll assist them,” Comeaux told @dallasnews. https://t.co/FQ1MqFh7MP

Honored to have won the @dallasnews Breaking News Reporter of the Year award! From a NFL player's hit-and-run to the departure of our DPD chief, this past year was a crazy one. Feeling thankful to work with so many talented and supportive colleagues. 🙂🎉 https://t.co/nkf2my0K2m https://t.co/e3rtkHD7dg

RT @tomthuang: Dallas SWAT doctor Alex Eastman has years of acclaim — and sexual harassment allegations https://t.co/1tEHf3JPiZ @bysambrose…

RT @bysambrose: Dr. Alexander Eastman, @dallasPD reserve officer and former @utsouthwestern doctor has history of sexual harassment allegat…

Dallas gave each news outlet only 5 minutes to speak with new Chief Daniel Comeaux as he began his first day. In his brief remarks, he made his top priority clear: recruiting. “There will definitely be some changes.” @dallasnews https://t.co/HoJKRdh8m7

Interim Dallas PD Chief Michael Igo announced his retirement today during an emotional speech at City Hall, just days after a new top cop was selected. “I wore this badge with pride every day." @dallasnews https://t.co/YiS6IgHwVh

RT @MikeACurtis2: New: I was among the few reporters present for the roundtable discussion with Nico Harrison & Rick Welts. Harrison stand…

RT @ChaseRogersDMN: I interviewed @DallasFireRes_q Chief Justin Ball this morning, his first sit down since he was named the department’s n…

Police associations welcomed Comeaux, but some noted surprise. This is Dallas' 3rd consecutive outsider in the role. “We trust the decision is the correct one ... but at the same time, you can’t avoid the question of: Does our current command have a future with DPD?” @dallasnews

Kelli Smith @kellixsmith

Breaking: Dallas’ next police chief is Daniel Comeaux, a federal law enforcement leader from Houston who has specialized in drug enforcement for three decades. Comeaux beat four finalists, including interim Chief Michael Igo, to become DPD's 31st leader. https://t.co/vjtD5JaZnJ

Breaking: Dallas’ next police chief is Daniel Comeaux, a federal law enforcement leader from Houston who has specialized in drug enforcement for three decades. Comeaux beat four finalists, including interim Chief Michael Igo, to become DPD's 31st leader. https://t.co/vjtD5JaZnJ

RT @AaronTorres_: New w/@marcelanotes: International students ‘panicked’ as more in Texas have visas revoked We spoke with attorneys who'v…