Allen Welcomes New Police Chief Steve Dye

Discover the latest milestone in Allen, TX, as the city welcomes Steve Dye as its new Police Chief. With over 35 years of law enforcement experience, Chief Dye brings a vision of innovation, community engagement, and excellence to the Allen Police Department.

In a significant development for local law enforcement, the City of Allen has officially welcomed Steve Dye as its new Chief of Police. During a ceremony at the Allen Senior Recreation Center, Chief Dye marks the sixth individual to helm the department, succeeding Brian Harvey. With over 35 years of diverse law enforcement experience, Dye’s appointment comes at a time of transition and expectations for innovative community engagement and policing strategies.

Chief Dye, expressing his enthusiasm for the role, underscored his commitment to building on the department’s achievements and fostering a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and excellence. His extensive career, which includes significant tenures as Chief of Police in Colleyville and Grand Prairie, and a recent role as the city manager for Grand Prairie, has equipped him with a unique blend of operational leadership and strategic management skills. Dye’s vision for the Allen Police Department (APD) encompasses a blend of traditional values and forward-thinking approaches to address contemporary challenges and enhance public safety and community trust.

Underlying Dye’s philosophy is a strong emphasis on community policing, leveraging technology for effective law enforcement, and proactive engagement with all community sectors. His bilingual proficiency and academic credentials, including degrees from Sam Houston State University and Tarleton State University, further complement his comprehensive approach to policing and community service.

The City of Allen and its residents look forward to the positive impact Chief Dye is poised to make, leveraging his vast experience, innovative strategies, and community-focused policing philosophy to lead the APD into a new era of public safety and community partnership.