GADSDEN COUNTY, FL — The City of Quincy has named Brian Alexander as its next police chief. City leaders announced the appointment Thursday.
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Alexander currently serves as chief of the Gretna Police Department and is expected to begin his new role on June 15. He has led the Gretna department since 2017 and previously spent more than 20 years with the Gadsden County Sheriff's Office.
Alexander takes over a department that has seen multiple leadership changes in recent years. With his appointment, Quincy will have its third police chief in less than three years.
Earlier this year, former Police Chief Carlos Hill was terminated after serving as Quincy's permanent chief. Hill was first appointed interim chief in late 2023 following the departure of former Chief Timothy Ashley and was later named the department's permanent leader in 2024.
Before Hill, Ashley was removed from the position in October 2023. City officials at the time cited concerns related to management of financial resources and compliance with city policies.
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