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Mayor Zohran Mamdani has dismissed New York City Sheriff Anthony Miranda on Thursday (May 28), appointing former NYPD whistleblower Edwin Raymond as his replacement. This leadership change follows numerous controversies surrounding Miranda, an appointee of former Mayor Eric Adams, including allegations of improperly seized evidence from unlicensed pot shops and cash-filled safes found at the sheriff's office.
Miranda's tenure was marred by scandal, with the Department of Investigation probing his office in 2024. Investigators discovered over $100,000 in cash inside safes at the sheriff's headquarters, despite Miranda's claims that his deputies did not seize cash during raids. The safes were found in large shipping containers, raising further questions about the office's practices.
Mayor Mamdani, aiming to clear his administration of past controversies, praised Raymond as "principled, courageous, and deeply committed to justice." Raymond, who spent 15 years with the NYPD, gained recognition for his lawsuit against the department over illegal arrest quotas. He expressed his commitment to building a "safer, fairer, and more accountable city" in his new role as sheriff.
Miranda's dismissal also included the firing of First Deputy Sheriff Warren Glover and his executive assistant, Isabella Geroux. The NYC Deputy Sheriffs Benevolent Association, led by Ingrid Simonovic, welcomed the change, citing "mismanagement and malfeasance" during Miranda's tenure.
Raymond's appointment reflects Mamdani's focus on reforming the city's public safety system. Raymond, who grew up in East Flatbush, has long advocated for police reforms and aims to restore public trust in law enforcement. A formal announcement regarding the leadership change is expected on Friday.
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