Interim Rock Island police chief named
Rock Island City Manager Todd Thompson has named Deputy Chief of Police Tim McCloud as interim police chief, effective immediately. McCloud takes over for Police Chief Richard Landi, who retired Friday, April 26.
McCloud began his law enforcement career with the Rock Island Police Department in April of 1994. He rose through the ranks of the police department, serving as detective from 2002 to 2006, sergeant from 2006 to 2009, and lieutenant from 2009 until 2021 when he was appointed as deputy chief of police, according to a city release Monday.
“I am pleased to appoint Tim McCloud as interim chief of police,” Thompson said. “He brings a wealth of experience and skill to the position and has the leadership qualities necessary to lead the police department.”
Over his 30-year tenure with the Rock Island Police Department, McCloud has served in a variety of roles, including narcotics and vice officer; field training officer; range officer; emergency response team member; methamphetamine response team member; detective; Rock Island High School liaison; commander of the Juvenile Investigations Unit; commander of the Honor Guard; agent in the Office of Professional Standards; accreditation manager; commander of the Technical Services Division; commander of the Criminal Investigations Division; and watch commander for the Patrol Division.
Interim Chief McCloud obtained a master’s degree in law enforcement and justice administration from Western Illinois University in 2010. He is a 2013 graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy and obtained certification through the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police in 2020.
For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.
