An accomplished law enforcement professional, Jamiel Altaheri served for more than 20 years in the New York City Police Department, where he rose to the rank of deputy inspector. He later became the chief of police in Hamtramck, Michigan, where his responsibilities included overseeing departmental operations, personnel, and public safety. Jamiel Altaheri's education includes advanced degrees and certifications from Seton Hall University, John Jay College, the FBI National Academy, and the Naval Postgraduate School.
While with the NYPD, Mr. Altaheri worked on improving community trust and increasing minority representation in the department. He co-founded the Muslim Officers Society and later helped establish the Yemeni American Law Enforcement Officers Association. Both organizations support officers in underrepresented groups and strengthen relationships between the police and the community. He also founded the Yemen United Soccer Club, which provided an outlet for youth involvement outside of school.
As the Chief of Police in Hamtramck, Mr. Altaheri created the Department’s first Youth and Citizens Police Academy, introduced CompStat to address crime conditions effectively, and created the department’s first internal affairs unit. His work emphasized transparency, accountability, and cultural awareness in a diverse community.