Barnegat Police Captain Retires After 3 Decades Of Service

BARNEGAT, NJ — Captain Ryan Dugan celebrated his retirement Tuesday after serving the Barnegat Township Police Department for over three decades.

Dugan started his career as a dispatcher and rose through the ranks as a patrol officer, detective, sergeant, lieutenant and captain. He was an executive officer during the last three years.

Dugan served for nearly 31 years. Chief Keith A. Germain recognized Dugan for his commitment and dedication to the Barnegat Township Police Department.

"I remember being immediately impressed by how he carried himself and how squared away he was. He was an officer you wanted to emulate as a rookie," Germain said. "Ryan is the perfect example of someone who loved his job and always represented the agency and community well. The BTPD wishes Captain Dugan and his family all the best as he embarks on his well-deserved next chapter."

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