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Madras selects three finalists for next police chief position

By Kelsey Merison

Published August 20, 2026 4:11 pm

MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The City of Madras has selected three finalists for its next police chief.

The finalists are Jeffrey Hattersley, Adrian Passadore, and Perry Phipps.

The city is inviting the public to meet the candidates Monday, August 24th, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Madras City Hall.

Residents will also have an opportunity to provide feedback before formal interviews take place Tuesday.

The city says the next chief will play a key role in public safety and community trust.

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Kelsey Merison is an Anchor and Multimedia Journalist with KTVZ News. Learn more about Kelsey here.

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