OF WPD

On January 5, Mayor Purzycki named 26-year WPD veteran, Capt. Wilfredo Campos, as the City’s next Police Chief. He is the 33rd Police Chief in City history and the first chief of Hispanic descent. Chief Campos promoted two fellow officers — Capt. Anthony Bowers and Capt. Matthew Hall — to the rank of Inspector as part of the Chief’s immediate support and management team.

“I’m extremely pleased to appoint Wilfredo Campos as Wilmington’s new Chief of Police,” said Mayor Purzycki. “His vast experience and leadership skills, as well as his decades-long knowledge and understanding of City neighborhoods and his interactions with City residents will serve him well as he takes command of an outstanding police department. Each day, the men and woman of the WPD demonstrate their commitment to public safety and the importance of serving the public with courage and integrity. I could not be happier for Chief Campos, his family and his many supporters throughout Wilmington who’ve encouraged him throughout his career.”

“It’s truly a blessing and an honor to have the opportunity to continue serving the residents of Wilmington in this new role as Police Chief and to be able to lead our brave and dedicated police officers and civilians that make up the Wilmington Department of Police family,” said Chief Campos. “I thank my entire family, our many friends, current and former police officers, and all of the people who have provided support and guidance to me throughout the years to make this day possible.”