Matthew Castillo
Coverage of Matthew Castillo in the Nexus archive.
- Matthew Castillo sworn in as new Doral Police chief, promises to improve public safety
Matthew Castillo was sworn in as the new Doral Police chief, succeeding Edwin Lopez, who became the City of Miami police chief. Castillo emphasized improving public safety and community engagement.
- Miami Springs Police chief leaves hometown department for top job at Doral PD
Matthew Castillo, who served as police chief in Miami Springs since 2025, is leaving for a new role as Chief of Police in Doral, starting June 15. He joined Miami Springs PD in 2009, expanded its use of surveillance technology and community policing initiatives, and achieved reductions in property crime during his tenure.
- Doral to swear in new police chief on June 17
Matthew Castillo will become the new police chief of Doral on June 15, replacing Edwin Lopez. A formal swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for June 17. Doral Mayor Christi Fraga and City Manager Zeida Sardiñas praised Castillo's approach to policing and community engagement.
- Miami Springs top cop Matthew Castillo appointed as Doral's chief of police
Miami Springs Chief of Police Matthew Castillo has been appointed as Doral's next chief of police, replacing Edwin Lopez who is becoming Miami's police chief. Castillo will assume his role on June 15, with a swearing-in ceremony on June 17. He has over a decade of law enforcement experience and is a graduate of Florida International University and the FBI National Academy.