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(KNZA)--An interim Hiawatha Chief of Police has been appointed.

The Hiawatha City Commission voted unanimously Monday evening to name Police Captain Brian Guilliams as interim chief.

He takes over for Mickey Gruber, who retired effective March 31st after more than 30 years in law enforcement. Gruber had served as Chief of Police since May of 2022.

Guilliams will remain in the interim role until a permanent police chief is selected.