Prince George's County Welcomes New Officers

The streets of Prince George's County are about to become 67-stronger in law enforcement after the induction of new graduates from the Training and Education Division's Police Academy Session #117.

Police Chief Roberto L. Hylton and other county public safety officials helped usher in the new recruits at the First Baptist Church of Glenarden Worship Center in Upper Marlboro Thursday night.

Of the graduates, 64 will be new county police officers and three will join the Baltimore City Schools Police Force.

In Hylton's graduation speech, he urged new recruits to perform their duties with professionalism, compassion and enthusiasm. He also said, "As you take your oath this evening, be assured that you are equipped with the tools necessary to fulfill your commitment and carry out our mission with unwavering strength and courage."

Some of the officers already came out of school decorated. Below is a list of graduates who were awarded for outstanding achievement and performance:

Chief's Leadership Award
Officer Paul E. Gambardella – Prince George's County Police Department 


Sergeant Joseph K. Brown Award for the Top Scholastic Achiever 
Officer Simon B. Vanleuven- Prince George's County Police Department


Rodney G. Chaney Award for Outstanding Student Officer 
Officer Ikemefuna C. Ejimnkeonye - Prince George's County Police
Department


Steven F. Gaughan Memorial Award for Achievement in Criminal Law Award    
Officer Jenna C. Deacon - Prince George's County Police Department
 

Sergeant Robert J. Talbert Memorial Award for Physical Fitness (Male/Female)

Female - Officer Maria S. Ferguson - Prince George's County Police Department

Male - Officer James K. McMillan Jr. - Prince George's County Police Department