Miami Springs Chief of Police Matthew Castillo has been appointed as Doral’s next top cop, city leaders said Thursday.
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Castillo is replacing Edwin Lopez, who is leaving Doral to become the City of Miami’s next police chief.
“Doral has worked intentionally over the years to build a Police Department defined by trust, service, and a strong commitment to community policing,” Doral Mayor Christi Fraga said in a statement Thursday. “As our City continues to grow and take on an even greater role on the regional, national, and international stage, strong public safety leadership is more important than ever. Chief Castillo has demonstrated throughout his career that he understands how to deliver that balance—combining proactive policing, modern technology, and meaningful community engagement to drive real results.”
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Castillo has over a decade of law enforcement experience and is a graduate of Florida International University and the FBI National Academy.
Castillo will officially assume his role as Chief of Police on June 15, and a formal swearing-in ceremony will take place on June 17.
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