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On Tuesday, the City of Antioch announced that Joe Vigil will serve as the new interim police chief—his second time in the role.
City Manager Bessie Marie Scott announced that Chief Vigil will succeed Acting Police Chief Brian Addington, who is retiring.
“Chief Vigil has dedicated his life to serving the residents of Antioch. He’s a proven leader who will continue championing our reforms addressing violence reduction, community engagement, and strengthening our police ranks.”
Chief Vigil brings 25 years of law enforcement experience, including service with the Sacramento, Richmond, and Antioch Police Departments. During his career, he has:
• Managed the Support Services Bureau as captain.
• Served as acting police chief (Aug. 2023–Feb. 2024).
• Completed the POST Command College.
• Earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Cal State Long Beach.
While Vigil steps into this vital role, the City of Antioch will continue its nationwide search for a permanent police chief. Chief Addington will remain available in a support capacity.
The nationwide search could take another 5-6 months.
“I would like to thank the city manager, Bessie Scott for having faith in me and continue to move the police department in a positive direction. As we work towards finding a permanent chief I will continue working with Ms. Scott, city staff and all department heads to ensure a safer and stronger Antioch,” said Vigil. I want us to continue working with our mayor and new council on moving the agency and needs of the city forward. Our priorities will continue to be hiring, recruiting and public safety.”
Vigil added they will continue to work on deployment strategies and resources along with working on local leaders in the community to help the city thrive.
“I am looking forward to working with the Department of Justice and making the police department better in every aspect possible. Transparency, community trust and crime reduction are our priorities,” explained Vigil who asked for the community involvement and feedback, along with support. “You have my full commitment and I am passionate about the city of Antioch and our police department.”
Antioch Mayor Ron Bernal called it another step forward in the city’s effort to revamp and enhance public safety in the city of Antioch.
“As your mayor my focus is finding a permanent police chief for our city. A person who is passionate about our vision and will work in partnership with our community leaders in reducing crime and rebuilding our police department and establishing community trust,” said Bernal. “As we begin our nationwide search, I am confident that acting chief Vigil will continue the work already underway to make our neighborhood safer and find the best and qualified candidates to serve our police department.”