St. Louis

PAST MAJOR CASE SQUAD LEADERS

Honoring the Past Squad Commanders

The Past Squad Commanders of the Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis have been instrumental in leading high-profile investigations and advancing law enforcement collaboration across the region. These dedicated leaders brought expertise, strategy, and commitment to solving serious crimes, ensuring justice for victims and their families.

From Captain John Walsh in 1965 to Major Randy Boden today, each commander has played a crucial role in shaping the squad’s legacy. Their leadership has strengthened investigative techniques, fostered interagency partnerships, and upheld the squad’s mission of delivering justice with integrity and professionalism. This page recognizes and honors their contributions to the safety and security of the St. Louis region.

1965-1969
Captain John Walsh

St. Louis City Police Department

1969-1974
Captain Nicholas Valenti

St. Louis City Police Department

1974-1979
Major Robert Lowery, Sr.

Florissant Police Department

1979-1982
Lt. Thomas Boulch

St. Louis City Police Deptartment

1982-1987
Lt. Donald Sandidge

Alton Police Department

1987-1993
Capt. Dan Chapman

Dellwood Police Department

1993-1998
Lt. Dale Fredeking

Fairview Heights Police Department

1998-2005
Maj. Robert Lowery, Jr.

Florissant Police Department

2005-2012
Lt. Bill Baker

Ladue Police Department

2012-2020
Capt. Dan DeCarli

Ferguson Police Deptartment

2020-2022
Maj. Jeffrey Connor

Madison County Sheriff's Dept.

2022-Present
Maj. Randy Boden

Florissant Police Department

2013 - 2020 Major Case Squad Commander and Chief Deputies

Left to Right: Major Jeffrey Connor (IL Commander) Captain Dan DeCarli (Squad Commander) Major Randy Boden (MO Commander)

Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis Board of Directors - 2015

Major Case Squad Missouri Supervisors - 2015

Major Case Squad Illinois Supervisors - 2015

"Squad Membership is Regarded Not Only as a Honor, but as an Opportunity. It is Police Work at its Purest."

- St. Louis Post-Dispatch Sunday, March 7, 1982

MAJOR CASE SQUAD OF GREATER ST. LOUIS

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Florissant, Missouri 63031

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