Mayor Turner congratulates Acevedo, says interim HPD chief will be named this week

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HOUSTON — Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner on Monday congratulated Chief Art Acevedo on the move to become Miami’s next police chief.

Mayor Turner praised the chief’s policing style and ability to build trust across the city’s diverse neighborhoods. The mayor also complemented the chief’s leadership during major disasters and social unrest.

Mayor Turner…