After more than a year in the role, Aurora's interim police chief will leave the department later this month. The city announced Tuesday that Chief Art Acevedo decided to return to Texas to be with his family. His last day will be Jan. 22. “This was a difficult decision to make,” said Acevedo. “I am grateful for the unwavering dedication of the exceptional men and women of the Aurora Police Department. Serving as Chief of Police alongside the current leadership team has been an honor. Together, we have achieved significant progress in this remarkable, diverse and welcoming community. I carry with me immense pride in the positive impact we have had. Aurora will forever remain a part of me.” Read more: https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/aurora-chief-art-acevedo-leaves/73-8d19d3e5-6b6f-4455-9ced-93e74f65da8c ----- More local videos here: https://youtube.com/@9news Subscribe to NEXT: https://youtube.com/@Nexton9NEWS Stay connected: 9NEWS Website: https://www.9news.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ilike9news Twitter: https://twitter.com/9NEWS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9newsdenver/ Download the 9NEWS App: https://www.9news.com/appredirect/ Sign up for the 9NEWSLETTER: https://www.9news.com/email 9NEWS (KUSA) is located in Denver, Colorado.