Edward Caban, an officer of Puerto Rican descent who joined the department in 1991, has been named its 47th commissioner. Mayor Eric Adams has championed his rise.
Tag: Police
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Iran Steps Up Policing of Women Who Defy Strict Dress Code
The country’s morality police disappeared from the streets late last year as the authorities tried to calm anti-government protests. Now, patrols are once again watching for violators.
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Edward Caban Will Become First Latino Commissioner of New York Police
Mayor Eric Adams will name Mr. Caban as the 46th commissioner of the New York Police Department. He will follow Keechant Sewell, who resigned after 18 months.
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Will Patrick Hendry Change the New York City Police Union?
Patrick Hendry, a reserved, behind-the-scenes power, is succeeding fiery Patrick Lynch, who ran the Police Benevolent Association at top volume.
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Riots in France Highlight a Vicious Cycle Between Police and Minorities
Calls to overhaul the police go back decades. But violent episodes of police enforcement continue. So do violent outpourings on the street.