Master Police Officer Evan Cantrall grew up right here in Central Florida and received his Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Central Florida (UCF). 

Officer Cantrall joined the Orlando Police Department (OPD) in 1989.  Since that time he has spent portions of his 22 years with the OPD serving in the patrol, investigations, airport and crime prevention divisions.  Officer Cantrall is currently working on his Master’s degree in Homeland Security from American Military University and hopes to complete his studies by the end of the year (2011).

During his free time Officer Cantrall spends time coaching a competitive youth soccer team that travels throughout the state.

Officer Cantrall says “I have the pleasure of having a second tour of duty with Commissioner Sheehan.  And when people ask why I left the Liaison position with Commissioner Sheehan the first time – I let them know that it was only because I was lacking a year in patrol to acquire the rank of Master Police Officer.  This is the reason I had to leave the position with Commissioner Sheehan, to get the patrol time needed and to earn the rank of Master Police Officer.”

Officer Cantrall always accompanies Commissioner Sheehan at Neighborhood Association Meetings, Neighborhood Watch Meetings and other community events to give the perspective from a police officer and also help share some stories from “in the field” and regarding what’s currently happening in any specific area of the City.