NORFOLK — Police Chief Charles Stone, on behalf of the Norfolk Police Department, is pleased to announce the promotion of Glen Eykel to the rank of sergeant.
Sgt. Eykel was officially appointed to the rank of sergeant during the Norfolk Board of Selectmen meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 4. Sgt. Eykel was sworn in by Town Clerk Carol Greene and pinned by his father, Norm Eykel.
“Sgt. Eykel has had an extremely impactful career thus far with Norfolk Police having served in numerous capacities and as a mentor to our younger officers,” Chief Stone said. “I’m extremely pleased to announce Sgt. Eykel as our newest sergeant and I look forward to how he will continue to serve our community in this capacity.”
Sgt. Eykel has been with the Norfolk Police Department for over 30 years, beginning his career in 1988 as a part-time dispatcher. He then went on to serve as a full-time dispatcher and reserve police officer in 1990 until being hired as a full-time officer in 1994.
Sgt. Eykel was promoted to the rank of detective in February 2004 and has served as the department’s police prosecutor since October 2007. He also is an evidence officer, Firearms Instructor, a Less Lethal Instructor (tasers) and a Use of Force Instructor.
He has also served as a member of the Metropolitan Law Enforcement Council (MetroLEC) since its inception in the mid-1990’s, and has conducted training sessions and drills for town employees and the schools that are all designed to keep everyone safe.
Sgt. Eykel has received numerous awards and commendations over his career, including being named MADD Officer of the Year on several occasions.
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