King City names new Chief of Police

King City has selected its next Chief of Police. City Manager Steven Adams announced Thursday that Robert Masterson will assume leadership of the department in July.

According to the City’s press release, Masterson is a 20-year veteran of the Tulare County Sheriff’s Department and served most recently in the rank of Lieutenant. He has experience as a Detective, Internal Affairs Sergeant, and leader of a gang suppression unit. Since 2008, Masterson has served as the Chief of Police for the College of Sequoias Community College District.

Adams said King City “worked very hard to find someone to lead our Police Department that has a record of high ethical standards, strong technical skills to improve public safety in our community, strong leadership skills to mentor our officers as we rebuild our Police Department, and someone who is dedicated to public service and community outreach to rebuild trust and an effective partnership with our citizens.”

Adams said, “Our research showed that Bob is highly respected by everyone he has worked with and has a record of strong and ethical leadership.”

Masterson will be sworn in July 6, 2016 in the City Council Chambers.