Former HPD Chief Troy Finner named Missouri City Police Department chief, city says

MISSOURI CITY, Texas (KTRK) -- Former Houston Police Department chief Troy Finner is the next chief of police for Missouri City, officials said.

In a statement released Tuesday afternoon, Missouri City officials said Finner will begin working as chief on April 20.

Finner abruptly left HPD in May 2024 amid controversy over his handling of over 260,000 cases suspended due to "lack of personnel."

13 Investigates followed Finner's tenure as chief extensively and uncovered that the former chief had been aware of the suspended cases for several years. Finner faced criticism due to the fact that many of the cases suspended were sexual assault cases.

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Missouri City officials said they were aware of the circumstances regarding Finner's departure from HPD, adding that they did not minimize the seriousness of those matters, but said the decision was based on their assessment of his "extensive experience and his ability to lead the department."

"Chief Finner brings the leadership experience, judgment, and professionalism needed to lead the Missouri City Police Department and serve this community effectively," City Manager Angel Jones said.

"We are confident that Chief Finner brings the experience, leadership, and commitment necessary to guide our Police Department forward," Mayor Robin J. Elackatt said. "His dedication to public service and his vision for strengthening community trust align with the values of Missouri City. I look forward to the positive impact he will have on public safety and community engagement."

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