Lacey Swears In 4 New Police Officers

LACEY, NJ — Four new police officers were sworn into the Lacey Township Police Department during a recent committee meeting.

The four full-time officers — Joseph Pandorf, Dylan Emmett, Nyeem Calhoun and Michael Hyle Jr. — all share at least two things in common.

“Each one of them is a veteran and each one of them has police experience, so it’s a positive for the department. It's a positive for the town,” said Lieutenant Chris Cornelius. “We’re really looking forward to working with them. We think they’re going to be a great addition.”

Their family, friends and fellow police officers gathered at the Lacey Township Municipal Building on Thursday, July 8 for the swearing in ceremony.

“These gentlemen have been deployed to help us with our freedom and that’s something that just can’t be overlooked,” Mayor Peter Curatolo said. “God bless you guys. Thank you for your service first and foremost to our country. Thank you because I know you’re going to be great officers in our town.”

Detective Charles May was also promoted to the rank of Sergeant during the swearing in ceremony.

Sgt. May joined the department in 2007 after serving in the United States Air Force. Sgt. May spent eight years in the patrol division prior to being assigned as the Department’s first School Resource Officer.

He’s also a member of the Ocean County SWAT team and a liaison to the Police Chaplains.

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