History of Edward Caban in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: September 13, 2024

"Edward A. Caban is an American police officer who made history in 2023 when he was appointed as the New York City Police Commissioner by Mayor Eric Adams, becoming the first Latino to hold this position. Prior to this, he served as the First Deputy Police Commissioner under his predecessor, Keechant Sewell."

September 8, 1967: Edward A. Caban is Born

On September 8, 1967, Edward A. Caban was born. He would later go on to become the New York City Police Commissioner in 2023.

1985: Caban Graduates High School

In 1985, Caban graduated from Cardinal Hayes High School.

1989: Caban Earns Degree in Criminal Justice

Edward Caban graduated from St. John's University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice in 1989.

1991: Caban Joins the NYPD

Edward Caban joined the New York City Police Department in 1991, starting his career in law enforcement.

2001: James Caban Fired from NYPD

In 2001, James Caban, Edward Caban's twin brother, was fired from the NYPD following an incident involving the wrongful detention and threatening of a suspect.

June 12, 2023: Caban Becomes Acting NYPD Commissioner

On June 12, 2023, Edward Caban assumed the role of acting NYPD commissioner after the departure of Keechant Sewell, paving the way for his formal appointment as commissioner the following month.

September 2023: Caban Becomes a Freemason

Alongside New York City Mayor Eric Adams, Edward Caban became a Prince Hall Freemason and a 32nd Degree Member of the Scottish Rite in September 2023.

2023: Caban Becomes NYC Police Commissioner

In 2023, Edward A. Caban was appointed by Mayor Eric Adams to be the New York City Police Commissioner, making history as the first Latino to hold the position.

June 2024: ProPublica Report on Caban's Use of Retention Authority

In June 2024, ProPublica published a report revealing that, during his first year as NYPD commissioner, Caban had used his authority to "retain" or prevent from going to trial the disciplinary cases of 54 officers before the New York City Civilian Complaint Review Board, including over 30 cases where department lawyers and officers had already agreed to disciplinary action.

September 2024: FBI Raids Caban's Home

In September 2024, the FBI conducted a raid on Caban's home, seizing his electronic devices as part of a federal corruption investigation, This investigation extended to his twin brother James, who had his phone seized due to suspicions of receiving monetary benefits from his brother's position.