The Hoboken Police Department swore in eight new officers at a City Hall ceremony yesterday afternoon, bringing the force up to 136 members.
By John Heinis/Hudson County View
The new officers include Aidan Gonzalez, Alyssa Rivera, Zackary Guido, Carmen Benitez, John Lawton, Valentine Salgado, Jairo De La Cruz, and Ronald Kibitlewski.
The recent graduates of the Hudson or Passaic County Police Academies signify the largest group of new officers to join the Hoboken Police ranks in recent years.
“The future of the Hoboken Police Department is reflected in this new group of officers. I wish them all the best and look forward to watching them make their marks on the department, and the community,” Mayor Ravi Bhalla said in a statement.
“We proudly welcome this diverse class of officers to our growing ranks. These eight individuals have been through tough and thorough training programs and are welcome additions to the best police department in the state,” added Public Safety Director Kenneth Ferrante.
The new officers begin four months of field training on Monday.
Upon completion of the field training program, they will be assigned to the department’s Uniform Patrol Bureau which responds to approximately 100,000 calls a year.
“I look forward to working with each of these fine new officers as they begin their journey in what I believe is the most rewarding career you can choose. I thank them all for stepping up to serve and protect the Hoboken community,” stated Police Chief Steven Aguiar.
