Nine members of the Lakewood Police Department this afternoon were promoted to higher ranks.
Promoted from Officer to Sergeant, were: Officer Andrew Solomon, Officer Caitlyn Kicki, Officer Kenneth Schaal, Officer John Macerino and Officer Tyler Distefano.
Promoted from rank of Sgt to LT, were: Sgt Chase Messer, Sgt Thomas Delia, and Sgt Dan Tworkowski.
Promoted from rank of LT to Captain, was Lt. Leroy Marshall.
“These public servants have showed exemplory work ethics throughout their careers, and have earned their promotion in rank,” Chief Meyer said. “It was a true honor to present them with their new badge and we wish them much success in their new roles.”
The event was held at Town Hall, and attended by family, friends and colleagues of the promoted officers.
Also in attendance, was Sheriff Michael Mastronardy and Ocean County Prosecutor Brad Billhimer.
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This town is truly blessed to have a police force that consists of the nicest and the most caring group of officers. Just today I interacted with a police officer and he was so warm and helpful. All the promotions are well deserved but for one it’s more personal. Want to congratulate Officer (now Sergeant) Andrew Solomon on his well deserved promotion. He’s an officer who’s won the hearts of many as someone who shows such professionalism in his day to day interactions with the people of Lakewood and is someone who is caring and kindhearted. He came to my house a year ago and I witnessed all of the above first hand. Congrats to all!