Progreso names fourth police chief in 2 years amid staffing concerns
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Progreso has appointed Guillermo 'Willie' Figueroa as its new police chief, marking the fourth chief in two years. Figueroa was sworn in on Friday, coinciding with the resignation of City Manager Benjamin Arjona, who hired him. Interim Police Chief Al Perez also stepped down after applying for the permanent position. Tensions arose between Perez and Mayor Hugo Gamboa regarding a shooting investigation. The police department is currently facing staffing shortages, with two officers leaving soon, leaving only three on patrol. Mayor Gamboa indicated that the city may seek help from state or county law enforcement to manage calls.
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