Fairfax County Police Department News

Fairfax County, VA – As we continue to highlight FCPD’s diversity and ample opportunities for growth within the department, we are proud to recognize the department’s highest-ranking African American officers, Deputy Chief Frederick Chambers and Major Veva Wallace-Spaulding. With over 40 years of dedicated combined service, their achievements mark a significant milestone in the department’s commitment to diversity and excellence in law enforcement.

To gain deeper insights into Deputy Chief Chambers’ and Major Wallace-Spaulding’s inspiring careers, their observations of the department’s evolution, and their vision for its future, we had an inspiring conversation with them both. This engaging discussion explores their professional journeys, shedding light on their impactful contributions and forward-looking perspectives. Check it out here.

One of the main topics of discussion centered around mentorship and opportunity:

“I come from the mindset of ‘I can do anything if I’m given an opportunity’ and that’s a big word, opportunity. That’s what all of this comes down to and I’ve had so many people help me throughout my career. When I left home at 17 years old, my dad said, ‘nobody owes you anything but an opportunity and it’s up to you what you do with it when you get it,’ and so every time I get an opportunity, I try to make the best of it.” – Deputy Chief Frederick Chambers

To learn more about Deputy Chief Chamber’s impressive career, read his biography here.

“I’ve had a lot of mentors within the agency, those who are in leadership positions and those who are just informal leaders, and they come from different backgrounds; not just women but also men who told me I could do it and encouraged me to do so.” – Major Veva Wallace-Spaulding

To learn more about Major Wallace-Spaulding’s impressive career, read her biography here.

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