Wallace began his 20-year career with the department in 2004. While working as a road patrol officer he held several special assignments including Range Instructor, Training Officer, Explorer Unit Advisor, and Rapid Response Unit. In 2014, Wallace was selected for an assignment in the Detective Bureau, and a year later for a special assignment to the SEMTEC (Southeast Michigan Trafficking & Exploitation Crimes) regional task force unit, according to an official statement from the department.
In 2016, Wallace was promoted to the rank of sergeant, serving as a platoon supervisor providing leadership to his assigned shift of patrol officers. In 2018, he moved into the supervising sergeant position in the Detective Bureau and was responsible for the daily oversight of the unit which consisted of detectives, undercover officers and ordinance enforcement.
On year later, Wallace was promoted to the rank of lieutenant, initially overseeing the department Investigative Bureau before taking on the assignment of Shift Commander in the Patrol Division. In this role, he has been responsible for providing training, direction and motivation for his shift of sergeants and patrol officers, working toward the accomplishment of the department’s established goals and objectives, the statement continued.
Wallace has also been recognized on numerous occasions by citizens and organizations for their appreciation of his thorough and detailed investigations. Throughout his career he has maintained a strong work ethic for the community he served, and a respect for the police profession.
“John Wallace has exemplified dedication and service to our community, leading with honesty, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to doing what is right for the right reasons. He’s upheld the foundational principles of policing, rooted in the Constitution and guided by a strong sense of justice for both victims and the employees he led, setting a standard for others to follow. His leadership and support will be deeply missed, leaving a lasting impact on our organization,” said Chad Baugh, director of Police Services.
On year later, Wallace was promoted to the rank of lieutenant, initially overseeing the department Investigative Bureau before taking on the assignment of Shift Commander in the Patrol Division. In this role, he has been responsible for providing training, direction and motivation for his shift of sergeants and patrol officers, working toward the accomplishment of the department’s established goals and objectives, the statement continued.
Wallace has also been recognized on numerous occasions by citizens and organizations for their appreciation of his thorough and detailed investigations. Throughout his career he has maintained a strong work ethic for the community he served, and a respect for the police profession.
“John Wallace has exemplified dedication and service to our community, leading with honesty, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to doing what is right for the right reasons. He’s upheld the foundational principles of policing, rooted in the Constitution and guided by a strong sense of justice for both victims and the employees he led, setting a standard for others to follow. His leadership and support will be deeply missed, leaving a lasting impact on our organization,” said Chad Baugh, director of Police Services.
