Ernest Morales III
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Ernest Morales III is an American law enforcement officer who currently is the 9th Chief of the Metro Transit Police in Minnesota, with over 30 years of experience in various roles in law enforcement, including the New York City Police Department and Mount Vernon Police Department.
Quick Facts 9th Chief of the Metro Transit Police Department, Preceded by ...
Ernest Morales III | |
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9th Chief of the Metro Transit Police Department | |
In office February 27, 2023 – Present | |
Preceded by | Eddie Frizell |
First Deputy Commissioner – Mount Vernon Police Department | |
In office July 21, 2020 – December 31, 2022 | |
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Born | (1967-08-02) August 2, 1967 (age 56) |
Spouse | Yolanda Morales |
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Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1999-2021 |
Highest rank attained | Lt. Commander |
Awards | Defense Meritorious Service Medal Joint Service Achievement Medal Meritorious Service Medal Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal |
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Morales is known for his ability to build effective relationships that collaboratively address security issues through empathy, communication, trust, and understanding.[1]