New Interim Police Chief for Diboll

DIBOLL — Less than a week after the resignation of Diboll’s longtime police chief Kent Havard, a new interim chief is announced. Donald R. Morris, retired Texas Ranger and career lawman, will serve as interim chief until a permanent replacement can be found, according to Diboll City Manager Dennis McDuffie. “I will be appointing Donald R. Morris as interim chief March 14,” McDuffie said in a city council meeting Monday night. “We intend to take our time finding a permanent chief.” Havard resigned March 2, following an ongoing investigation, according to Diboll City Attorney Jimmy Cassels. Because the investigation is active, the details could not be released as of Monday. In the meantime, Sgt. Steve Baker is acting as interim chief.