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Chief of Police
Gregory S. Thomas
Chief Gregory S. Thomas started his Aurora Police career as a cadet in 1978 and became a sworn officer in 1982. He was promoted to sergeant in August 1993, promoted to lieutenant in August 2003, promoted to commander in August 2005 and appointed Deputy Chief in October 2007. Chief Thomas holds a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice from Lewis University and a Masters of Business Administration Degree from Aurora University.
During his career, Chief Thomas has worked in the Patrol Division, Criminal Investigation Division and Administrative Services Division. Chief Thomas has been assigned to the Field Training Program, Special Response Team, Employee Review Board and Investigative Deadly Force Team.
Chief Thomas has been instrumental in many new programs and initiatives within the police department especially those that concern new technology, training, and policy and procedures. He has received numerous awards including the Kendall County Medal of Valor, the Exchange Club of Aurora Police Officer of the Year, and has been nominated as the Kane County Officer of the Year.
Chief Thomas and his family have lived in Aurora all their lives.
Chief Thomas was appointed on April 22, 2008. His normal working hours are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday and he may be contacted at (630) 801-6500 or at thomasg@apd.aurora.il.us.