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Randolph Police Swears In Three New Officers Today

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Randolph Police Department
William Pace, Police Chief
41 South Main St.
Randolph, MA 02368

For Immediate Release

Monday, Sept. 23, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Randolph Police Swears In Three New Officers Today

RANDOLPH — Chief William Pace is pleased to report that three Randolph Police officers were sworn in today after graduating from the police academy last week.

Officers Vincent Burton, Joao Santos and Vincent Saengsombat were sworn in at a ceremony today at Randolph Town Hall by Interim Town Clerk Cheryl Sass.

The three officers graduated from the Cambridge Police/Northeastern University police academy on Friday, Sept. 20. The three officers, who were among 28 graduates, represented the inaugural graduating class for the Cambridge Police/Northeastern University police academy.

“We are glad to be adding these three officers to our ranks and I congratulate each of them for successfully graduating from the academy,” Chief Pace said. “I would also like to specifically congratulate Officer Santos, who was the academy graduate with the highest academic ranking.”

 All three officers are Randolph residents.

Officer Burton holds bachelors degree from Stonehill College in criminology and has previously worked as a Randolph Police dispatcher.

Officer Santos was a Randolph Auxiliary Officer for four years and was a Bristol County Sheriff’s Department K-9 Officer for five years. Officer Santos received the police academy award for highest academic ranking.

Officer Saengsombat is a U.S. Air Force veteran who served as a field specialist. He also has a background working in the security field.

“Congratulations to our town’s newest police officers,” Town Manager Brian Howard said. “I wish for them to have safe and long careers as they take this next step in their respective journeys.”

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Burlington Police Department Appoints Two New Officers

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Burlington Police Department
Michael R. Kent
Chief of Police
45 Center Street
Burlington, MA 01803
www.bpd.org

For Immediate Release

Monday, March. 11, 2019

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Burlington Police Department Appoints Two New Officers

BURLINGTON — Chief Michael Kent is pleased to announce that two new Burlington Police officers were appointed at Monday’s Board of Selectmen meeting.

Left-to-right: Chief Michael Kent, Officer Renoel Amagawin Jr., Officer Jacob DeSantis and Deputy Chief Thomas P. Browne. (Courtesy Photo)
Left-to-right: Chief Michael Kent, Officer Renoel Amagawin Jr., Officer Jacob DeSantis and Deputy Chief Thomas P. Browne. (Courtesy Photo)

Officers Jacob DeSantis and Renoel Amogawin Jr. were appointed by Town Administrator Paul Sagarino at a Board of Selectmen meeting on Monday, March 11 at Town Hall.

Officer DeSantis is a Burlington resident. He graduated from Burlington High School in 2014, and went on to attend the United States Army School of Engineers in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri and the Non-Commissioned Officer Academy in Fort Campbell, Kentucky.

DeSantis served in the Army for four years, where he worked as an engineer technical supervisor. His responsibilities included holding multiple leadership positions, demonstrating proper handling of sensitive demolition and ammunition, supervising the construction of government offices in multiple countries, educating and training team members to be technically proficient in all tasks, and he received multiple awards during his service for leadership and good conduct.

Officer Amogawin Jr. is also a Burlington resident, and graduated with a master of arts degree in security studies with a concentration in homeland defense from the University of Massachsetts-Lowell in 2017. The previous year, he obtained a bachelor of science degree in criminal science, with a concentration in homeland security from the University of Massachusetts-Lowell. He is also a Burlington High School alumni.

Since 2017, Officer Amogawin has worked as a background investigator for Claims Bureau USA in Woburn. He also previously worked as direct care staff at the North American Family Institute – Lakeside Detention in Stoneham from 2016 to 2017, and was a research assistant at the Center of Terrorism and Security Studies in Lowell between 2016-2017.

“Officers DeSantis and Amogawin have extraordinary backgrounds, and a range of notable skill sets, certifications and areas of expertise that will serve our department well,” Chief Kent said. “It’s a pleasure to see these Burlington natives come back to their hometown after serving their country and pursuing higher education, all in the name of protecting the public.”

Both Officers DeSantis and Amogawin will attend the 26-week police academy beginning in May. After graduating from the program, they will enroll in a 12-week field training program. Upon successful completion of these programs, both officers will be sworn as officers and put on patrol for the Burlington Police Department.

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Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department Welcomes New Officers

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Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department
Edward G. Conley, Chief of Police
10 Central StreetManchester by the Sea, MA 01944

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, June 12, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department Welcomes New Officers

MANCHESTER BY-THE-SEA —  Chief Edward Conley is pleased to announce hiring of

Andrea Locke and Jennifer Gilson to the Manchester by-the-Sea Police Department.

Officers Andrea Locke (right) and Jennifer Gilson were selected to join the Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department after they finished first and second in an open and competitive exam process administered by Police Exam Solutions, Inc.
Officers Andrea Locke (right) and Jennifer Gilson were selected to join the Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department after they finished first and second in an open and competitive exam process administered by Police Exam Solutions, Inc.

Officers Locke and Gilson were selected followed an open and competitive exam process administrated by Police Exam Solutions, Inc. of Arlington. A total of 44 applicants sat for the written exam. Following the exam, which also awarded bonus point to veterans, emergency medical technicians, those with higher education and for past employment history, Gilson and Locke finished first and second on the hiring list.

The new officers were formally offered a full-time position after each successfully passed medical and psychological exams, as well as a rigorous physical aptitude test. All candidates must also meet strict police academy fitness standards.

Officers Locke and GIlson began their police training as student officers on June 4 at the Municipal Police Training Committee Reading Police Academy. It is anticipated that they will graduate from the academy on November 14, and the new officers will be formally sworn in at that point.

Officer Locke has served as a Manchester-by-the-Sea emergency dispatcher and reserve police officer since 2008. Officer Gilson has served as a reserve officer since 2017 and is a practicing attorney and member of the Massachusetts Bar. She is also the daughter of retired Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Sergeant Alan Gilson.

Officers Locke and Gilson are also the first full-time female police officers in Manchester’s history.

“I have had the opportunity to know Officers Locke and Gilson for several years, and they truly represent what it means to be a modern municipal police officer. They are experienced, highly-educated, and have demonstrated true commitment to serving their community,” Chief Conley said. “It is historic and overdue that we are welcoming our first and second full-time female officers to the department. I am proud to say that gender did not play a direct role in the selection process, but I made it a priority when I became chief in 2016 to actively recruit and encourage qualified women to join the department.”

After completing the rigorous academy program, Officers Locke and Gilson will spend several weeks in a field officer training program, in the community, before they begin working regular shifts.

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Methuen Police Department Welcomes Three New Officers

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Methuen Police Department
Joseph Solomon, Chief of Police
Quinn Public Safety Building
90 Hampshire St.
Methuen, MA 01844

For Immediate Release

Friday, March 2, 2018

Media Contact: Captain Kristopher McCarthy
Phone: 978-983-8752
Email: [email protected]

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Methuen Police Department Welcomes Three New Officers

Left to right: New officers Stefan Laboy, Michael Robidoux and Griffin Waller with Chief Joseph Solomon (Courtesy Photo Methuen Police)

METHUEN — Mayor James Jajuga and Chief Joseph Solomon are pleased to announce that the Methuen Police Department officially welcomed three new officers last week.

Officers Michael Robidoux, Stefan Laboy and Griffin Waller each graduated from the Methuen Police – Northern Essex Community College (NECC) Police Academy on Feb. 23, following their completion of more than 900 hours of training over 25 weeks.

“These gentlemen have displayed a deep commitment to the people of Methuen throughout their lives and early law enforcement careers,” Mayor Jajuga said. “I’m proud to see them take on the responsibility of continuing to serve our community with honor and distinction.”

Officer Robidoux is a Methuen native and has served the City of Methuen as a reserve officer since early 2015, the same year he graduated from the New England Law Enforcement Training Center. He graduated from NECC in 2009 with an associate’s degree in business management. Upon graduation from the academy, Officer Robidoux earned the Outstanding Achievement Award in Physical Training.

Officer Laboy has served in the United States Marine Corps for the last 10 1/2 years, including one deployment to Iraq. He most recently worked in technical support for Defense Strategies Group, and has also worked as a reserve officer since 2015. Following his time at the academy, Officer Laboy was recognized with the “Top Gun” award for his superior marksmanship, as well as with the Individual Outstanding Achievement Award for his cumulative performance throughout the program.

Prior to beginning his career in law enforcement, Officer Waller owned and managed his own landscaping business and has served as a reserve officer since 2015. He is also a lifelong Methuen resident.

“I’m excited to welcome each of our new officers to the department,” Chief Solomon said. “They bring a diverse set of skills and experiences that I’m certain will serve them well as they take on their full-time roles.”

Each of the officers will now begin the Methuen Police Department’s intensive 17-week field training program.

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