Brandon Karmann Returns to Arcadia as Chief of Police

Brandon Karmann Returns to Arcadia as

Chief of Police

(ARCADIA, CA) – The City of Arcadia is proud to announce Brandon Karmann has been selected to serve as Chief of Police. A 24-year law enforcement veteran, Chief Karmann returns to the Arcadia Police Department, where he first served in 2002.

“Returning to Arcadia as Chief of Police is deeply meaningful to me. This is where my law enforcement career began, and I’m honored to return and serve the department, the City, and the community,” Chief Karmann said. “I believe our employees are our greatest asset. When people feel supported, respected, and empowered to do their jobs well, the entire organization grows stronger and the community benefits. I look forward to working alongside our dedicated employees, building strong relationships with our community, and continuing to make Arcadia a safe and welcoming place for everyone.”

Chief Karmann most recently served as a police captain with the West Covina Police Department, where he spent more than two decades in leadership, investigative, and administrative roles. He oversaw major operations and led improvements in training, community engagement, and department technology, including upgrading the dispatch and records systems and expanding body‑worn and in‑car cameras.

Chief Karmann succeeds former Chief Roy Nakamura, who retired in July after 34 years of service. City Manager Dominic Lazaretto appointed Chief Karmann following a nationwide search.

“This is a full-circle moment for Chief Karmann, and I am excited to welcome him back to Arcadia to lead the Police Department,” said City Manager Dominic Lazaretto. “His background reflects a strong commitment to collaborative leadership and community policing, and I look forward to seeing him build upon the Department’s successes and longstanding partnerships. As we welcome this next chapter of leadership, I also want to recognize and thank Police Captains John Bonomo and Kollin Cieadlo, who each stepped up to serve as Interim Chief during this transition.”

Chief Karmann holds a master’s degree in criminal justice from Arizona State University and a bachelor’s degree in criminology from the University of La Verne.

Karmann became Arcadia’s 31st police chief on October 19, 2026.