Provo’s new police chief sworn in at city council meeting

PROVO, Utah — Provo City has a new police chief following a unanimous vote from the city council.

Troy Beebe — who had been serving as the interim police chief since Oct. 17, following Fred Ross’ resignation — was sworn in Tuesday night during the city council meeting.

He comes into the position with 29 years of experience — five with the Utah County Sheriff’s Department and 24 with the Provo Police Department.

“As interim chief, Beebe accepted Provo City’s accreditation by the Utah Chiefs of Police Association for demonstrated high professional standards and is improving department transparency with the creation of a civilian public information role,” read a Tuesday afternoon press release from the city.

Provo Mayor Michelle Kaufusi said, “As the community’s public safety figure, a police chief sets the tone not only for the department, but for the entire city. Chief Beebe has shown leadership, collaboration and a deep love for the Provo community. He has deservedly earned the respect and support of this department and city.”

"Chief Beebe has shown leadership, collaboration, and a deep love for the Provo community. He has deservedly earned the respect and support of this department and the city." – @mayorkaufusi https://t.co/C1irzHOVFc

— Provo City (@provocity) December 14, 2022

Beebe also reacted to the promotion, saying, “I’m honored to lead this department that has been my passion for 24 years and humbled to work with officers I respect, trust and admire — and who feel like family. I personally know of their high professionalism and their desire to serve ‘The Provo Way,’ which is partnering with our community to protect with compassion and respect.”