Edward McCarthy was the sixth Chief of Police of
Los Angeles Police Department
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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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