Leadership and Accountability in Policing with Chief Darrell Lowe

In this episode of The Briefing Room, host Mike Wagers sits down with Redmond (WA) Police Chief Darrell Lowe for an in-depth conversation about leadership, accountability, and the future of public safety technology. Chief Lowe reflects on his journey from growing up in Los Angeles to the Santa Monica Police Department and leading the Redmond, Washington Police Department, discussing how early career “knucklehead” mistakes shaped his approach to leadership. He shares insights on race and policing, the importance of professional involvement beyond one’s own department, and Redmond’s pioneering Drone-as-First-Responder (DFR) program—now one of the nation’s leading models. The episode also explores AI’s growing role in policing, ethical considerations, and how technology can support officer wellness and more effective service to the community