By Sara Beth Williams–
Citrus Heights Police Chief Alex Turcotte has separated from employment with the city and the Citrus Heights Police Department, effective Nov. 12, the City of Citrus Heights announced Thursday. No reason for the separation from the city was provided by officials.
“As with any personnel matter, the city is unable to comment on the reason for separation,” the city said in an email statement Thursday afternoon.
Turotte was seen in uniform on the morning of Nov. 11 at the Sylvan Cemetery’s annual Veterans Day ceremony, where he attended and spoke to guests.
Furthermore, Michael Well, current Command with the Citrus Heights Police Department, has been appointed as the Interim Chief of Police, city officials say.
“Michael Wells is a current member of the Citrus Heights Police Department who has over 25 years of experience,” the city said, adding that Citrus Heights City Manager Ash Feeney will be working closely with the interim police chief during the transition.
Turcotte began his law enforcement career with the City of Ventura in 2001. In October of 2006, he moved north to join the newly launched Citrus Heights Police Department as one of its original police officers. He was promoted through the ranks, working a variety of assignments in each division, and was a founding member of the department’s Special Weapons and Tactic Team.
Turcotte was appointed as Citrus Heights’ third chief of police in September 2021.
The city also said it plans to conduct a nationwide search in the coming weeks for a new Chief of Police.
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