“Charlie was a leader in public safety, not just in Alexandria but throughout the region,” said former Police Chief David Baker, a close friend who served with Samarra both in D.C. and Alexandria.

After a 37-year career in law enforcement, Alexandria ... appointed chief of police in August of 2009 after serving in an acting capacity following the retirement of Chief David Baker earlier ...

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Alexandria’s search for a new police chief has come to an end. City officials say Tarrick McGuire will become the new chief of police for the Alexandria Police Department.