Police officers and civilian personnel work hard every day to earn the public’s trust and confidence. Without this, we cannot serve our community effectively.
In an effort to highlight the good work our members do on and off duty, we’ve launched a new series called ‘WE Are YOU’. This series will share personal stories that are both inspiring and humbling. We hope that this initiative reinforces the fact that behind the uniform, we are just like you.
Growing up on a farm outside of Dresden, I knew that I would always be a ‘hometown’ girl. Playing sports, has always been a passion of mine. In the summer, I spent many weekends at fastball and slow-pitch tournaments. In the winter, I enjoyed playing ball hockey. I have since retired from all sports and…
DetailsLike many of us, I grew up in a small city and played hockey from the time I could skate. Summers were at the beach with friends. I think I was ‘bit’ by the motorcycle riding bug when my dad and I built a mini-bike when I was young. Riding gets into your bones and…
DetailsI began my career with the Wallaceburg Police Service in 1997. With amalgamation, I am now a member of the Chatham-Kent Police Service, currently assigned to Community Services. As a Special Constable, I provide educational programs to youth in our community. Our Unit also attends special events across Chatham-Kent to educate citizens regarding frauds and…
DetailsI moved to Chatham-Kent in 1984 as a student. I studied Horticulture and Field Crops at the University of Guelph – Ridgetown Campus. I met my wife while in College and never left Chatham-Kent. I enjoy being outside especially riding my bicycle. I have helped organize rides for Canadian Mental Health ‘Ride Don’t Hide’ as…
DetailsFor as long as I can remember, I have wanted to be a Police Officer. I began my career with Hamilton Police before transferring to Chatham-Kent Police where I have now been serving this community for 16 years. I love the variety a career in policing offers. I have served in the areas of Community…
DetailsI grew up on a farm where all you had were chores, sports and family. I can tell you, that the skills I learned on the farm, I’ve used coaching Junior C hockey teams in Wallaceburg, Wheatley & Blenheim along with coaching my daughters’ various baseball and hockey teams. My father always compared the Police…
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