6-29-17 CPD Annual Awards

"I got to finish my career in law enforcement doing what I like best, recognizing the sacrifice, heroics, and service of the men and women of the police department and our partners in the community,"​ said CPD Chief Fred Fletcher.

By honoring these dedicated men and women, CPD not only shows the respect deserved for a job well done, but also highlights the standards and expectations of the department and the community it serves.

Officer of the Year ~ Officer Chris Mullinix

Patrol Officer of the Year ~ Officer Zackary Crawford

Investigator of the Year ~ Investigator Brad Brown

Civilian of the Year ~ Amy Schaefer

Rookie of the Year ~ Officer Patrick Cavanaugh

Supervisor of the Year ~ Sergeant Tommy Meeks

Manager of the Year ~ Lieutenant John Chambers

Life Saving Awards ~ Sergeant Tim Tomisek, Sergeant Steve Wiertel, Sergeant Andrew Peker, Officer Brian Angel, Officer Curtis Roth, Officer Zackary Crawford

Chief's Awards ~ Sergeant Josh May, Sam Wofford, Zachary Wiley, Kenneth Elwood, Kenny Reynolds, Raymond Hass, Caroline Huffaker

Special Recognition ~ Crime Analysis Unit, Traffic Unit, Crime Scene Unit, Victim Services Unit

Chief's Certificate of Appreciation ~ Shirley Varner, Pam Hickman, Alice Turner

Spirit of Community Policing ~ Officer Rob Simmons

Distinguished Alumnus ~ Bobby Simpson, Curtis Greene

Law Enforcement Partner of the Year ~ Hamilton County District Attorney's Office

Community Partners of the Year ~ James Moreland, Stacy Johnson

Federal Partner of the Year ~ U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)

Citizens' Police Academy Alumni Association ~ Jeffery Evans

Chaplain of the Year ~ Ben Brychta

*Distinguished Legacy Award - Assistant Chief Tracy Arnold

*First-time award for career contributions to community policing, mentorship, and enhancing CPD's response to victims of crime presented by Paul Smith, Group Violence Intervention Field Advisor at John Jay College