DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The Catholic Diocese of Dallas is taking measures to make its 75 parishes safer.
Dallas Deputy Police Chief Albert Martinez has been named to the newly created position of Director of Security for the Catholic Diocese of Dallas. Chief
Martinez, who most recently commanded the Southwest Patrol Division, will be leaving the Dallas Police Department after a distinguished 27-year career in law enforcement.
“Albert Martinez comes with the highest level of integrity, commitment and dedication. He will be vital to the safety of all those we serve including overseeing parish security and supervising our victim’s assistance coordinator who deals with allegations of misconduct,” said Bishop Edward J. Burns. “Chief Martinez has served our community well and we are grateful to have a man of his caliber, competence and expertise join us.”
The Bishop said that in the wake of recent church shootings across the United States, this position has become very important.
“I am honored and humbled at this opportunity to serve the diocese, where my family and I worship,” said Chief Martinez. “I am grateful for the years I spent serving the community on the Dallas Police Department, but I could not pass up this unique opportunity to be involved in the Diocese and to work with Bishop Burns and other leaders as we move forward.”
As Director of Security, Martinez’s duties will include evaluating and maintaining security at all 75 parishes and other diocesan facilities. He officially takes the position on January 21, 2020.
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