Annapolis picks new police chief
Mayor Jared Littmann named Demetrious Harris to lead the department nine months after the previous chief was fired.
By Lauren Foster ·
Annapolis Mayor Jared Littmann selected Demetrious Harris as the next police chief, ending a nine month vacancy in the top law enforcement role. Littmann announced the choice late Thursday after removing the previous chief in early February.
Harris most recently led the police department in Seat Pleasant, a small city in Prince George's County that borders the eastern edge of Washington, D.C. The mayor's office said the selection followed a comprehensive search that included input from Annapolis residents.
City Manager Yolanda Lewis expressed confidence in the decision. "We have a high degree of confidence in the selection of Chief Harris as the next leader for the Annapolis Police Department," Lewis said.
The appointment requires confirmation by the Annapolis City Council. Littmann plans to introduce the resolution on Nov. 23. A vote is expected on Dec. 14. If confirmed, Harris will start work on Dec. 15 with a salary of $214,000.
Littmann fired Edward Jackson in early February, two months after taking office. Littmann cited differing approaches to management. Jackson had served as chief from August 2019 to February 2026 and was the city's second Black police chief. The city's Black community raised questions about the firing at the time. UFCW Local 400, the union representing officers, celebrated Jackson's removal.
Amy Miguez, a 25 year veteran of the force, has served as acting chief since the vacancy. Harris focused on community centered policing during his time in Seat Pleasant. That work included expanding engagement initiatives and creating a Citizens Advisory Council. He also used GPS technology to reduce police pursuits and data platforms to track crime.
Harris holds a Bachelor of Professional Studies in Police and Security Studies from George Washington University. He graduated from the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Association Trilogy program and the Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command. The Annapolis Police Department budget grew from $27.1 million in fiscal year 2025 to $30.2 million in the fiscal year 2027 budget.
