Daryl Gates
American police officer, D.A.R.E. Program
Born
August 30th, 1926
98 years ago
Died
April 16th, 2010
15 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A police officer with a long tenure in law enforcement developed a widely adopted drug prevention program aimed at school-aged children. This program focused on educating youth about the dangers of drug use and was designed to foster resistance to peer pressure regarding drugs. Served as the Chief of the Los Angeles Police Department from 1978 to 1992, leading the department during significant events and policy changes. After retirement, continued to engage in discussions about policing and drug-related issues.
Created the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program
Served as Chief of the Los Angeles Police Department
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