Darrell Atteberry, Bel Aire Police Chief
"I am honored to serve the residents of Bel Aire as Chief of Police," said Atteberry. "I believe in the importance of working with the community to ensure the safety of our community, and I look forward to leading the Bel Aire Police Department."
Darrell, his wife Joni and five children have been residents of Bel Aire since 1986 and have been active in the community. Darrell has been a planning commission member for 13 years and truly dedicated to Bel Aire.
Career
Chief Atteberry began his career as a police officer with the Wichita Police Department in 1981. He was promoted to the rank of Detective in 1990, Sergeant in 1993, Lieutenant in 2000, and Captain in 2009.
Chief Atteberry has had various assignments throughout his career. He has served as a:
- Patrol Officer
- Crime Lab Investigator
- Patrol and Community Policing Sergeant
- Traffic
- Patrol
- Training and Larceny Section Lieutenant
He most recently served as the Patrol West Bureau Commander and previously served as the Records Bureau Commander.
Education
Chief Atteberry earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics 1995 and his Master's Degree in Public Administration in 2000 both from Wichita State University. He also attended the 2010 session of Leadership Wichita