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Doral Police Department announces current Miami Springs police chief as their new top cop
By Ana Maria Soler at CBS4 Miami
· June 5, 2026
· 2 min read
The current police chief of Miami Springs will be leaving the city to take over the Doral Police Department, city officials announced Thursday morning. Chief Matthew Castillo, 42, will be replacing Chief Edwin Lopez, who is leaving Doral to replace Chief Manny Morales in the City of Miami police dep
Key takeaway Chief Matthew Castillo, 42, will be replacing Chief Edwin Lopez, who is leaving Doral to replace Chief Manny Morales in the City of Miami police department.
Why this matters in The Miami
The arrival of Chief Matthew Castillo in Doral comes at a critical time for the city, which is poised to host major international events like the G20. As the city takes on a more prominent global role, its policing strategies will be under scrutiny. Chief Castillo's experience in modernizing operations and strengthening proactive policing will be key in addressing the unique safety challenges that come with hosting high-profile events. Additionally, his background in community engagement will be essential in building trust with Doral's diverse population, which includes a significant Latin American community. As Doral continues to grow and evolve, Chief Castillo's leadership will be closely watched, particularly in how he balances public safety with the needs of the city's residents and businesses. With his swearing-in ceremony set for June 17, the community will be looking to him to build on the strong foundation established by his predecessor and deliver the high standard of public safety that Doral expects.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 5, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The current police chief of Miami Springs will be leaving the city to take over the Doral Police Department, city officials announced Thursday morning. Chief Matthew Castillo, 42, will be replacing Chief Edwin Lopez, who is leaving Doral to replace Chief Manny Morales in the City of Miami police dep
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