Police Department History: |
DeWitt hired its first law enforcement official, a Village Marshall, in 1829. The descendants of most past Marshalls are still living in or around the community.
 The DeWitt Police Department began providing service on October 7, 1964. Charles Anderson was the first Chief of Police hired. He was succeeded by Chief Elden Smith, followed by Chief Wendell Myers.
Myers first served as an Officer before serving as Chief of Police for over 20 years. During his tenure, the department grew to the present authorized staffing level of seven full-time and three part-time officers, including the Chief and a sergeant's position, as well as a full-time secretary.
Chief Myers retired in January 1997. Sgt. Jim Wilson, an 18-year veteran, ran the department as Acting Chief until August 4th, 1997 when Chief Robert McClean was hired.
Chief McClean retired in January 2004 and was succeeded by Chief Larry Jerue.
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