AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Friday, CapMetro announced RenEarl Bowie will step into the role of chief of transit police after former chief Eric Robins left in July.
Bowie steps into his new role with more than 30 years of leadership in law enforcement, according to a press release.
“Chief RenEarl Bowie is an outstanding choice to lead CapMetro’s Transit Police Department,” said CapMetro Board of Directors Chairman and Travis County Commissioner, Jeff Travillion, “His decades of leadership in law enforcement and deep commitment to serving the entire community give us the confidence that he will bring the experience and insight needed to guide the young department as it continues to grow.”
CapMetro said Bowie joined the Transit Police Department in May, after previously serving with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). He began work as a state trooper in 1994 and went on to hold several leadership positions, including chief of the training operations division, until his departure in 2022.
“First and foremost, I want to thank CapMetro’s leadership for entrusting me with the opportunity to serve as the next Chief of Transit Police,” said Chief Bowie. “Earlier this year, I joined the department as the Police Captain because I deeply believe in our mission. I am truly honored to now lead this dedicated team as we continue building relationships with our community and ensuring the safety and security of our system.”
Back in June, CapMetro’s Transit Police Department swore in its first transit police force, which included nine officers, two sergeants, and one captain. Since then, the department has expanded to 12 officers and two sergeants, according to CapMetro.
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