Racine police chief named; Alexander Ramirez is city's 1st Latino chief
Alexander Ramirez
RACINE, Wis. - Racine police announced on Friday, Nov. 3 the appointment of Alexander Ramirez as police chief.
The Racine Board of Police and Fire Commission met on Thursday to discuss the appointment of Interim Police Chief Alexander Ramirez to Chief of Police.
With a majority vote, the Police and Fire Commission voted to appoint Ramirez to the job.
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A news release says the appointment is effective immediately.
Chief Ramirez is the first Latino chief for the Racine Police Department. A swearing-in ceremony will be announced in the future.