Edward McCarthy
American police chief
About Edward McCarthy
Edward McCarthy was an American.
Edward McCarthy was the sixth Chief of Police of Los Angeles Police Department and had one of the shortest commands of any chief. He was forced out of office on May 12, 1885, after serving since January 2 of the same year.
During his short period in office, McCarthy commanded 15 officers in a department that had $354 worth of equipment and was paid $150 a month.
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· DBpedia: Edward McCarthy (police officer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Edward McCarthy. https://biography.guide/edward-mccarthy/
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