Statesville Police Department Honors Employees at Annual Awards Ceremony

The Statesville Police Department recently held its annual awards ceremony to recognize the dedication, professionalism, and service of its sworn officers and civilian staff.

Mayor Doug Hendrix, members of City Council, department leadership, distinguished guests, and family members attended the event to celebrate individuals who go above and beyond each day to serve the Statesville community. The ceremony highlighted career milestones, unit and individual achievements, promotions, professional certifications, and special recognitions from 2025.

Years of Service Milestones:

• 5 Years: Hunter Bell, Daniella Beck, Dakota Brannon, Bryan Whitley, Julie Emory, Bryce York, Scott Long, Kevin Chambers, John Ivarsson, Victoria Reavis, Lee Harris

• 10 Years: Shannon Humphrey, Kevin Brookshire

• 15 Years: John Galliher

• 20 Years: Samantha Lindon, Michael Mitchell

• 25 Years: Craig Wolfe

• 30 Years: Bryan Johnson

  
  

Officers and Employees of the Year:

• Officers of the Year: Cristian Aguilar, Joseph DiChiara

• Supervisors of the Year: Sergeant Devin Schenz, Sergeant Daniella Beck-Cochran

• Civilian of the Year: IT Specialist Ashlyn Bell

  
  

Squad and Unit Officers of the Year:

• A Squad: Joseph DiChiara

• B Squad: Melody Jennings

• C Squad: Joshua Shoffner

• D Squad: Steven Padgett

• Community Services: Cristian Aguilar

• Investigations: Cynthia Chavez

• Traffic Unit: Noah Millsaps

• School Resource Officer: Wadrina Ealy

• Telecommunicator: Wendy Trotter

  
  

2025 Promotions:

• Assistant Chief: John Galliher

• Captain: Garrett Deal, Adam Wilkes

• Sergeant: Amy Dyson, David Benge

• Corporal: James Findley, Kathleen Pope, Justin Cochran

• Telecommunications Supervisor: Anita Vargas

  
  

Professional Certifications:

• Advanced Certificate Recipients: James Castillo, Brandon Koontz

• Intermediate Law Enforcement Certificate: Solana Craig

Special Recognitions:

• Outstanding Service Award: Lee Harris

• 2025 Southside Junior Ambassadors: Makeyal Smith-Jackson, Caylie Ward, Zoey Phillips, Tiffany Dubon-Alvarado, Andrea Ayala

  
  

The Statesville Police Department expressed pride in the hard work, integrity, and commitment demonstrated by all awardees. Their service strengthens the department and helps maintain safety across the community.

Congratulations to all honorees and their families for their well-deserved recognition.