Toledo's New Police Chief Is Kevin Braun | Toledo News

Toledo’s new Police Chief, Assistant Chief Kevin Braun, is stepping into the role after a swift, consensus-driven decision by the mayor — skipping a nationwide search this time. Braun, who was a finalist in 2023, brings three years of leadership experience and over 25 years of service to the job. He’s focused on rebuilding community trust and supporting officers, aiming to make the department a source of pride for Toledo. City leaders and union reps back his appointment, citing his deep community ties and proven track record. While the exact process remains unclear, Braun’s rise signals a confident, locally rooted leadership transition. 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/787f24341a31b963