Former Baltimore police commissioner tapped for Fairfax County top cop post
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. - Fairfax County has a new top cop.
Officials announced on Friday that former Baltimore Police Commissioner Kevin Davis has been selected as the new Fairfax County chief of police.
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According to county officials, Davis was selected after a nationwide search that included "275 meetings and calls" among community leaders and stake holders.
"Kevin Davis will bring a renewed commitment to data transparency, eliminating disparities in use of force, and other common-sense reforms to our police department," said Rodney Lusk, Lee District Supervisor and Chair of the Public Safety Committee.
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Before serving as Baltimore’s commissioner, Davis was the Anne Arundel County police chief from 2013-2014. Prior to that, he was an assistant chief in Prince George’s County from 1992 to 2013.
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Davis’ tenure will begin May 3.