Cedar Rapids Police Chief Retires After 30 Years | Cedar Rapids News

After 33 years of dedicated service, Cedar Rapids Police Chief David Dostal is retiring — wrapping up his tenure after just one year as chief and a storied career that began in 1991. From earning top honors like Recruit Officer of the Year to receiving the DEA’s Kiki Camarena Award for turning Cedar Rapids into a drug-free zone, Dostal’s legacy is defined by unwavering commitment to both his officers and the community. City leaders praised his leadership and deep roots in the city, calling him part of the best police department in the state. His last day is October 2nd, and the city will soon announce plans for interim leadership and a new chief search. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2ad6ab48b560631c