Houston Police Chief Troy Finner Retires After 34 Years of Service Amid Investigation
HOUSTON — Troy Finner, who served as the Chief of the Houston Police Department for three years, has announced his retirement. His departure comes amidst an investigation into the department’s suspension of incident reports due to a “lack of personnel.”
Finner, who joined HPD 34 years ago, began his career as a patrol officer. Over the years, he rose through the ranks, serving as a sergeant, lieutenant, and assistant chief before being appointed as the Chief of Police by former Mayor Sylvester Turner in 2021.
In a statement posted to X, formerly known as Twitter, Finner expressed the challenges and rewards of his time as Chief, stating, “The last few months of my career were, perhaps, the most challenging yet most rewarding. It was painful because some victims of violent crime did not receive the quality care and service they deserved. But, it was beneficial because we implemented measures to ensure this never happens again. Our department and our profession will be better because of it.”
Finner thanked the citizens of Houston for their support, saying, “Without a doubt, we have the best citizens in the world, and it has been an honor to serve every neighborhood in our city.”
He also expressed his gratitude to his colleagues, both civilian and classified, saying, “It has been a privilege to work with some of the most dedicated and honorable public servants. Your contributions to our city have been unmatched.”
Finner did not disclose his plans for the future but expressed his commitment to continue serving others. He concluded his statement by honoring the 121 members of the Houston Police Department who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
Read Troy Finner’s full statement below:
“Thirty-four years ago, I decided to become a Houston police officer and serve my city. It has been one of the best choices I’ve made in my life. Every day, even the most challenging ones, has been rewarding.
Without a doubt, we have the best citizens in the world, and it has been an honor to serve every neighborhood in our city. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all the citizens who have shown me unconditional love and support.
It has been a privilege to work with some of the most dedicated and honorable public servants, both civilian and classified. Your contributions to our city have been unmatched. Let’s make sure to love and support one another as a family as we provide services to our great community.
I will always remember and honor the 121 members in the history of our agency who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. Let’s never forget them or their families.
The last few months of my career were, perhaps, the most challenging yet most rewarding. It was painful because some victims of violent crime did not receive the quality care and service they deserved. But, it was beneficial because we implemented measures to ensure this never happens again. Our department and our profession will be better because of it.”
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