DES MOINES- Des Moines Police Chief Dana Wingert is navigating some challenging times. The department has lost 3 officers in the line of duty and 2017 has seen an uptick in violent crimes. This has all happened in his first two years in the top job. Local 5 sat down with Chief Wingert to see how he’s helping his department cope and move forward at a time the city needs them the most.
Des Moines Police Chief leading department through challenging times
DES MOINES- Des Moines Police Chief Dana Wingert is navigating some challenging times. The department has lost 3 officers in the line of duty and 2017 has seen ...
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