Anthony Miranda
police officer from New York City
Anthony Miranda (born April 8, 1961) is an American police officer who held the office of New York City Sheriff from 2022 until May 29, 2026. Part of former mayor Eric Adams's administration, he also has ties to state senator Hiram Monserrate.
Career
Miranda was a sergeant and detective in the New York City Police Department. After retiring from the NYPD, he co-founded and served as the executive chairman of the National Latino Officers Association. In 2006, he founded a security, investigations, and consulting firm. In 2017 he was hired by the Administration for Children's Services as the director of security.
Candidacies
Miranda ran for Queens Borough President in 2020, but dropped out of the race after coming in fourth place in the Democratic primary. The following year, Miranda ran to represent District 20 in the New York City Council, but ranked 5th in the primary and did not proceed. During his 2021 campaign for New York City sheriff, Miranda personally loaned his campaign $11,000, which it repaid with $1,320 in interest, sparking some controversy.
New York City Sheriff
He was appointed Sheriff in May 2022 by Mayor Eric Adams.
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