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Mayor Appoints Kevin Meyer as Frederick Chief of Police

City officials announce the appointment of Kevin Meyer to lead the police department.

Everything Frederick NewsroomPublished Sep 2, 2026, 10:42 PMUpdated Sep 2, 2026, 10:42 PM

HERE'S WHAT WE KNOW

Frederick's mayor named Kevin Meyer as the city's Chief of Police on Aug. 19, 2026, according to an official city release.

The City of Frederick announced on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026, that the mayor has named Kevin Meyer as the city's new Chief of Police.

According to the official announcement released by municipal officials, Meyer will step into the executive leadership position for the police department.

Further information regarding the leadership transition and department initiatives is available directly through the official City of Frederick press release.

WHAT IT MEANS

Kevin Meyer will take over administrative leadership of the Frederick Police Department.

SOURCES & FURTHER READING

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