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Edwin Lopez sworn in as new Miami Police chief, pledges to lead from the front in new role
By Kevin Boulandier at WSVN 7 News
· June 16, 2026
· 2 min read
A new top police officer is taking over the City of Miami Police Department. A swearing-in ceremony for Edwin Lopez was held at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts on Tuesday morning. Lopez’s ceremony was attended by a who’s who of Miami-Dade County area leaders who wanted to get their
Key takeaway After being sworn in, Lopez, who is replacing outgoing Police Chief Manny Morales, said he was ready to begin taking action on day one.
Why this matters in The Miami
As Edwin Lopez takes the reins of the Miami Police Department, his pledge to lead from the front will be closely watched in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood, where community relationships with law enforcement are crucial. Lopez's background in leading Doral Police and his 25 years with Miami-Dade Schools Police suggest he understands the complexities of policing in a diverse, urban environment. His commitment to hitting the streets and engaging with every community will be particularly important in areas like Miami Beach, where tourism and local residents intersect. Given Miami's unique challenges, including the threat of Atlantic hurricanes and sea-level rise, Lopez will need to balance community policing with emergency preparedness and response. As he outlines his goals and briefs the media, Miamians will be looking for specifics on how he plans to address these challenges and build trust with the community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 16, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A new top police officer is taking over the City of Miami Police Department. A swearing-in ceremony for Edwin Lopez was held at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts on Tuesday morning. Lopez’s ceremony was attended by a who’s who of Miami-Dade County area leaders who wanted to get their
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