Press release from Alachua Police Department

ALACHUA, Fla. – Former Alachua Police Chief, Chad D. Scott, will return to the Alachua Police Department effective June 20, 2024. Scott will return at the rank of Captain and will be assigned to coordinate special projects as well as other administrative duties and assignments. Captain Scott comes to the Alachua Police Department with a wealth of knowledge and an outstanding track record of leadership in policing. Captain Scott has served in multiple leadership roles including Chief of Police, Colonel, and most recently, Major at the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office.

Chief Jesse J. Sandusky said, “We are excited to have one of our former leaders return home. With Captain Scott’s leadership abilities and knowledge of our local community, I know that he will serve the citizens well in this new endeavor.”