The annual Friends of the Dallas Police Department Awards Banquet was held on November 13, 2023. Members of the department, both sworn and professional staff, were honored for their dedication and commitment to the citizens of Dallas and the Dallas Police Department.
“Thank you to the Friends of the Dallas Police, and our community, for the support they show our men and women,” said Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia. “One of the best things about my job as Chief – is getting a front row seat to the amazing work our people do each day. I thank our employees for their dedication and commitment to our community, and for their efforts in making Dallas one of the safest cities in our country. Congratulations to all of our honorees, and to the recipients on their well-deserved honors.”
- Officer of the Year Ashley Rios, #8697
- Non-Sworn Employee of the Year Alma Perez
- Chief’s Award Matthew Terry, #8915
- Chief’s Award Susana Villalpando
- Rookie of the Year Oscar Restrepo, #12180
- Reserve Officer of the Year Stephen Ledbetter, #R297
- Telecommunicator of the Year Laura Dodd
- Detective of the Year James Goetz, #9565
- Sworn Supervisor of the Year Edward Reyes, #9236
- Non-sworn Supervisor of the Year Brekeia Jackson
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