Eric Echevarria

Eric Echevarria is an experienced law enforcement professional currently serving as the Chief of Police at the Peoria Police Department since July 2021. Echevarria has held various positions in the Elgin IL Police Department from 2018 to present, including Police Lieutenant and Detective Sergeant, with a prior role as Police Commander from March 2020 to July 2021. With a career in the City of Elgin starting in January 1999, Echevarria has effectively carried out duties related to law enforcement, crime prevention, traffic control, and investigative activities. Echevarria's military background includes service in the United States Marine Corps as an electrical equipment repairman from July 1993 to July 1997. Educational credentials include a Master of Public Administration from Northern Illinois University, a Bachelor of Arts from Northeastern Illinois University, and an Associate of Arts from Benedictine University.