Chamblee police chief resigns to lead Florida department after crime drops

Chamblee Police Chief Michael Dieppa is resigning from his position to become the police chief in Mount Dora, Florida, city officials announced Tuesday, according to FOX 5 Atlanta and Atlanta News First.

Dieppa has led the Chamblee Police Department since October 2023, and during his tenure, the city experienced double-digit annual crime reductions, Atlanta News First reported. FOX 5 Atlanta added that the department also launched a Real-Time Crime Center, created a Neighborhood Resource Unit and Bike Patrol Unit, and appointed its first female assistant police chief under his leadership.

The city of Chamblee, which has a population of over 32,000, has not yet named a successor or interim chief to lead the police department during the transition, according to FOX 5 Atlanta. Additional information on the leadership change will be provided as it becomes available.

City Manager Kristen Gorham thanked Dieppa for his service and contributions to the city, as stated in a municipal news release cited by FOX 5 Atlanta. Dieppa’s resignation is expected to take effect near the end of the year, Atlanta News First noted.