Captain Chris Karrer has been appointed interim Chief of Police by City Manager Armando Villa. Valley News/Courtesy photo
With the City of Escondido’s chief of police position yet to be filled following his departure, Chief Ed Varso has made the decision to return to his former employer where he served for over twenty years. Chief Varso felt comfortable making this decision based on the Menifee Police Department’s strong foundation and internal leadership.“Since its launch in July 2020, the Menifee Police Department has attracted the best and brightest officers and personnel from all across California,” said Chief Varso. “I believe the team here is well-suited to carry on the operations of the police department and continue its successful trajectory well into the future.”Captain Chris Karrer, who has served with the Menifee Police Department since its inception, has been appointed the inte
