It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of retired Chief of Police Henry Garrett.

Chief Garrett was hired by the Corpus Christi Police Department on September 3, 1963, and quickly rose through the ranks. He was promoted to Sergeant on December 1, 1969, promoted to Lieutenant on September 18, 1972, promoted to Captain on December 14, 1976, and promoted to Commander on January 1, 1979.

On November 1, 1989, he became Chief of Police and served as Chief until his retirement in August of 1995.

Chief Garrett was a great leader, police officer, friend and will be greatly missed by all. We extend our deepest condolences to Chief Garrett’s family.