Postponed police officer swearings-in
Summary
Pennsauken swore in five new officers, two sergeants, a lieutenant, and K-9 West, the department's first crisis response canine. The new hires will hit the streets after field training, and the canine team will support officer well-being and community policing.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
The township's investment in police staffing and training is credited by officials with enabling tonight's promotions and new hires.
Residents gain a larger, more experienced police force and a crisis response canine team.
The officers' families, whose scheduled plans were canceled.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Township Committee - May 7, 2026
Three new police officers were supposed to be sworn in tonight, but the event was pushed to June 4 because the Mayor and Committeeman DiBattista were absent. Families who planned to attend were apologized to personally.
Township Committee - Jan 22, 2026
Pennsauken swore in five new officers, two sergeants, a lieutenant, and K-9 West, the department's first crisis response canine. The new hires will hit the streets after field training, and the canine team will support officer well-being and community policing.
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