Behind the Badge

Tysheika Shaw Kimberly Potano

The Miramar Police Department is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse departments in Broward County. We also have one of the highest percentages of female officers on staff and collectively have officers that speak nearly a dozen languages. Our officers though, connect with our residents on many levels. Did you know many of them had careers in other fields before deciding to join our department? From teachers to therapists and beyond, we value the experience and skills they have brought to Miramar. Our dedicated officers are truly a reflection of our community!

Get to know the officers who wear our uniform and proudly serve you! Follow us on social media (@Miramarpd) for our “Behind the Badge” series, profiling officers whose service to our community is top-notch.

Tysheika Shaw has been a Miramar Police officer for 12 years. She currently serves as a sergeant in Internal Affairs and an alternate public information officer. Prior to joining Miramar PD, Sgt. Shaw was a victim advocate in Margate. She is also a Restorative Justice facilitator for the Urban League, working to repair the harm caused by crime through a more holistic approach. Tysheika is a mom, wife, yogi, and breast cancer survivor – who loves to travel the world.

Daniel Herrera has been a Miramar Police officer for 10 years. Prior to a career in law enforcement, Officer Herrera was a teacher at Silver Shores Elem. in Miramar. His passion for mentoring children has transcended into his current role as a school resource officer. Herrera is credited with creating the yearly Ballin’ for Unity basketball game, promoting positive relationships between police and our community’s youth. Danny is a father, husband, and athlete, who spends his nights and weekends coaching travel baseball.

Kimberly Potano has been a Miramar Police officer for 17 years. She currently serves as a detective in our Special Victims Unit. Prior to a career in law enforcement, Detective Potano was a therapist - counseling victims and families in crises. She is a member of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and has dedicated her career to helping victims in need. Kim is a mom, wife, and fitness junkie who loves to shop and travel. Jehud Presume believes in service to our community and country. A Miramar Police officer for five years, he has served in the U.S Army for more than 15 years - including two deployments to Afghanistan. Officer Presume, who is fluent in French and Haitian Creole, has also been deployed numerous times for humanitarian assistance as a translator. He has been awarded a Miramar Police Department Life-Saving Award and has garnered other recognition for his service. Jehud is a father, husband, and accomplished drummer.

Daniel Herrera Jehud Presume