Criminology alum and Assistant Chief of the Tampa Police Department Lee Bercaw, PhD will serve as acting chief of the Tampa Police Department while a comprehensive national search is conducted. Bercaw obtained his bachelor's degree in criminology and master's degree in criminal justice administration from USF, and his doctorate in criminal justice, with a specialization in homeland security, from Saint Leo University. His research focus encompasses human trafficking and the perceived phenomenon of a surge during large-scale events. Bercaw also serves as an adjunct professor with USF and represents the Department of Criminology on the CBCS Advisory Council.
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Criminology alum to serve as acting chief of Tampa Police Department
Bercaw obtained his bachelors in criminology and master's degree in criminal justice administration from USF.
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