Brea Police Department Names New Chief as Adam Hawley Prepares to Retire

Brea Police Chief Adam Hawley will retire at the end of 2026 after 31 years with the department, including five years as chief. City Manager Kristin Webster has appointed Captain Phil Rodriguez to succeed him, effective Dec. 31. Hawley began as a police cadet in 1995 and led initiatives focused on community partnerships, employee wellness, professional development and technology.