By Kalin Krohe, Panhandle Post
Chadron Police Lt. Richard Hickstein has accepted a new position as Chief of Police.
"The City of Chadron Civil Service Commission has recommended Lt. Rick Hickstein be appointed to the position of Chief of Police for the city," Interim Chadron City Manager Milo Rust said. "It is with great pride and honor to offer the position of Chief to Lt. Rick Hickstein. I am pleased to announce that he has accepted."
Hickstein started his career with the Chadron Police Department on September 7, 1999 as a police officer.
Hickstein was then promoted to sergeant on February 11, 2005. He has been a lieutenant since February 26, 2007.