Community safety and strong leadership go hand in hand, and the city of Fresno just took a major step forward. The Fresno Center is proudly extending its warmest congratulations to all the dedicated individuals honored during the City of Fresno Police Department’s Swearing-In and Promotional Ceremony held on July 16, 2026.

The ceremony was a powerful reminder of the commitment required to protect and serve, honoring everyone from fresh recruits taking their first oaths of public service to seasoned veterans stepping into vital leadership roles.

Spotlighting a Community Pillar: Sergeant Cha Thao

Among the day's major milestones, The Fresno Center sends a special salute to Sergeant Cha Thao on his well-deserved promotion to Police Sergeant.

Sergeant Thao’s advancement is a direct reflection of his unwavering dedication, proven leadership, and deep-seated commitment to serving the Fresno community with integrity and excellence. In a diverse city like ours, leaders like Sergeant Thao bridge gaps, build trust, and ensure that public service remains rooted in community respect.

Honoring the Collective Commitment

Beyond individual milestones, the ceremony celebrated the collective future of the department. Every single person sworn in or promoted represents a continued promise to protect the safety and well-being of Fresno’s neighborhoods. It takes an immense amount of sacrifice, discipline, and heart to wear the badge, and the energy of the ceremony proved that the department's future is in capable hands.

The Fresno Center offers a sincere thank you to all members of the Fresno Police Department for their ongoing service and daily sacrifices. As these officers, detectives, and supervisors embark on this next chapter of their careers, the community stands behind them, wishing them safety and continued success!

Congratulations to Sergeant Cha Thao and the entire class of July 2026!