Dearborn Heights diversifies its police force one step at a time

November 3rd, 20170 DEARBORN HEIGHTS— Back in May, The AANews spoke to Dearborn Heights Police Chief Lee Gavin about the lack of Arab American interest in the police force. At the time, Gavin said that they barely apply. "We've had meetings ," he said. "Right now, in all the law enforcement agencies in the area, there are a total lack of...

Dearborn Heights Police seeking to recruit Arab Americans

May 19th, 20170 DEARBORN HEIGHTS — As the Arab American community continues to grow in Dearborn Heights, the city hopes to recruit more representatives to its police department. Recently, a fourth Arab American was added to the police force, which comprises 82 police officers in total. Chief Lee Gavin expressed concerns that none...