Long Beach
Police Department

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Long Beach Police Chief Wally Hebeish announced his appointment of Commander Megan Zabel to the position of Deputy Chief. Deputy Chief Zabel will assume command of the Support Bureau effective July 1, 2023.

 “I am proud to promote Commander Zabel to the position of Deputy Chief. She is an empathetic leader that has built important relationships with those we serve while supporting the growth and development of the employees under her command," said Chief of Police Wally Hebeish. “Deputy Chief Zabel will assume a greater role in our department which will serve as an excellent addition to our leadership team.”

Deputy Chief Zabel has been with the Long Beach Police Department for 22 years. She began her career as a recruit in 2001 and promoted to sergeant in 2011, lieutenant in 2018, and commander in 2021. She has worked in a variety of assignments through her career including Patrol, Directed Enforcement Team, on investigative task forces, in Internal Affairs, Media Relations, Violent Crimes, and Homicide. She most recently oversaw the Department’s North Patrol Division as patrol commander. 

“I am honored and excited to be selected as the newest Deputy Chief,” said Deputy Chief Megan Zabel. “I love serving our Long Beach community. I look forward to helping lead our personnel as we continue to advance this profession, build trust within our community, and keep those we protect safe.”

Deputy Chief Zabel is a graduate of the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute and Leadership Long Beach Executive Series. She is currently participating in the International City/County Management Association High Performance Leadership Academy. She has received a POST Management Certificate and has been presented with multiple commendations and awards.