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-Chief Nigel Reynoso
On January 10, 2024, Nigel I. Reynoso assumed the role of Chief of Police at the San Luis Police Department. Responsible for overseeing 92 employees, he leads law enforcement efforts in a city inhabited by around 40,064 permanent residents and an additional 25,000 seasonal residents. In addition to the neighboring and bordering city of San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora, with 211,025 residents, a quarter of whom travel to and through our city. With over 20 years of experience, Chief Reynoso is a seasoned law enforcement professional who has held various leadership positions.
Chief Reynoso was born in San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora, and has been a resident of San Luis, Arizona, since 1988. He is a U.S. Marine veteran who participated in Operation Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, and has served the community as a Police Officer for the City of San Luis Police Department since 2005.
Chief Reynoso has served in a range of roles from Patrol Officer to Lieutenant. Throughout his tenure, he gained extensive expertise through diverse operational and administrative assignments, including Patrol Officer, Patrol Sergeant, S.W.A.T. Operator, Detective, Instructor in several subject areas, and as a Lieutenant in all three divisions.
Chief Reynoso is a graduate of Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command and the University of Phoenix with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration. He is also a graduate of the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) Leadership Program (ALP) Session 21, attended the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Association’s leadership programs, and has achieved the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Award.
Throughout his career, Chief Reynoso has demonstrated a strong commitment to community engagement and collaborative crime prevention efforts. Recognizing the significance of fostering positive relationships, he actively works to bridge gaps within communities, leaving a lasting impact.
Chief Reynoso serves as a member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, the Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program, the Arizona Association of Chiefs of Police, and the Yuma County Drug and Delinquency Coalition.
With a deep-seated passion for law enforcement, Chief Reynoso remains dedicated to continuous self-improvement. He strives daily to cultivate trust and service as an exemplary leader for both his organization and the community at large.
