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Pasadena Taps Moody, Clawson As Interim Police Chiefs: Report

The two will succeed Pasadena Police Chief John Perez, who is stepping down this week after more than 30 years with the agency.

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Pasadena announced it tapped two people to serve as interim chiefs for the police department.
Pasadena announced it tapped two people to serve as interim chiefs for the police department. (Andy Nguyen/Patch)

PASADENA, CA — A pair of familiar faces at the Pasadena Police Department will temporarily lead the agency when Chief John Perez starts his retirement Wednesday, the Pasadena Star-News reports.

Deputy Chief Cheryl Moody and Commander Jason Clawson will take turns in the role. Moody will oversee the department starting Thursday until May 2, when Clawson takes over, the Star-News reported.

Clawson will remain as the interim chief until a new city manager makes a new appointment, according to the paper.

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