City of Mount Vernon hires 19 new probationary Police Officers, promotes 4 to Detective.
Mount Vernon (12/27/21) - On Monday, Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard and Commissioner Glenn Scott were proud to swear in nineteen (19) probationary police officers in a grand ceremony at the Doles Center. The event kicks off the first full class of Mount Vernon residents in years.
The new class of probationary officers represents the most diverse class of recruits in Mount Vernon, by breakdown the class represents: 100% Mount Vernon, 74% Black, 16% Hispanic and 26% women. Four new detectives were also sworn in today during the ceremony, half being women.
Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard said, "I am excited to usher in the most diverse recruitment class in recent memory. The ability to recruit locally for our MVPD has been a goal of this administration since day 1. I look forward to seeing these officers on the streets next year and becoming part of the reform efforts we have currently started. I am proud to see so many Mount Vernon residents stepping up to the plate to serve and protect their community." Police Commissioner Glenn Scott said, "The Mount Vernon Police Department welcomes these new probationary officers. They are joining at a time where much is expected of police officers and our department is ready to step up and usher in new energy and excitement. It is a privilege to serve the community you are from. It is a great honor and I believe these probationary officers will make Mount Vernon proud." |
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