Escondido, CA – The City of Escondido has selected the next Chief of Police. Chief Ed Varso is returning to the role on December 27. Chief Varso will be focused on maintaining the department’s high standards of excellence in public safety and emergency services.
City Manager Sean McGlynn shared, “It is my pleasure to welcome back Ed Varso as the Chief of Police of the Escondido Police Department. I would like to thank Interim Chief David Cramer for stepping in and keeping our police department running smoothly while we had an open
recruitment for this position. I know our officers and all of Escondido are in great hands due to Chief Varso’s proven track record of transparency and leadership within our community. I look forward to his continued success as he returns as the Chief of Police.”
When asked about his return to Escondido, Chief Ed Varso stated, “In the over 20 years that I served Escondido I formed strong professional relationships and some amazing friendships. Returning to Escondido is more than just reclaiming an old job, I feel like I am returning home. I look forward to reconnecting with the police department, City staff, and the community as we work together to ensure public safety.”
