New Police Officers

Five New Police Officers Appointed to Ranks of

Woodbridge Police Department & Take-Up Patrol Assignments

 

Woodbridge – Mayor John E. McCormac today announced the appointment of five new police officers to the ranks of the Woodbridge Township Police Department (WPD) – the officers have completed the state-mandated police training program at the Monmouth County Police Training Academy and will immediately take-up patrol assignments.  The appointments were approved after each recruit successfully completed an extensive testing and eligibility process overseen by the New Jersey Department of Personnel, Department of Community Affairs, and the Woodbridge Police Department interview team.

 

“I am pleased to announce the appointment of five new police officers to the ranks of the Woodbridge Township Police Department,” Mayor McCormac said.  “I have consistently indicated that the public safety mission is our most important priority.  As a result of our commitment to public safety, combined with the increased assignment of uniformed officers to street patrol, the Woodbridge Police Department continues to maintain police ranks at maximum staffing levels to effectively protect public safety.”

 

Joining Mayor McCormac to announce the appointment of the new police officers were Police Director Robert Hubner and Deputy Police Director Joseph Nisky, Municipal Clerk John Mitch, ranking members and patrol officers of the WPD, and family and friends.  The Woodbridge Township Municipal Council offered congratulations to the new police officers and recruits on their appointment and assignment to patrol responsibilities. 

 

According to Mayor McCormac, each new officer is a military veteran having served active tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan.  And each are forward-thinking individuals who have expressed dedication to the task of becoming a Woodbridge Township police officer and career law enforcement professional. 

 

The five police officers beginning patrol assignments are:

 

Police Officer Brian Joseph

Police Officer Brian Joseph, 29, Sewaren, is a United States Marine Corps veteran who received an Honorable Discharge after participating in Operation Iraqi Freedom.  He received several commendations and awards while serving in the USMC.  Police Officer Joseph’s pursuit of his career in law enforcement demonstrates his continuing commitment to the community having already served as a member of the Woodbridge Police Department Auxiliary Police.

 

Police Officer Jeian Rastegarpanah

Police Officer Jeian Rastagarpanah, 28, Port Reading, is a veteran of the United States Army, having received an Honorable Discharge after participating in Operation Iraqi Freedom.  He received several commendations and awards while serving in the US Army. Police Officer Rastagarpanah is a 2001 graduate of Woodbridge High School and earned a degree in Criminal Justice prior to his employment and attendance at the police academy.  

 

Police Officer Amanda Felicies

Police Officer Amanda Felicies, 25, Fords, is a United States Marine Corps veteran who received an Honorable Discharge after participating in Operation Iraqi Freedom.  She received several commendations and awards while serving in the USMC and is a current member of the USN Reserve.  Police Officer Felicies was enrolled at Devry University studying Computer Forensics prior to her employment and attendance at the police academy.

Police Officer Alejandro Vasquez

Police Officer Alejandro Vasquez, 28, Keasbey, is a veteran having served in the United States Army during Operation Iraqi Freedom.  He received several commendations and awards while serving in the US Army and is currently a member of the NJ National Guard. Police Officer Vasquez has attended Middlesex County College and has earned 58 credits toward a degree in Criminal Justice and Respiratory Care prior to his employment and attendance at the Police Academy.  

 

Police Officer Gary Hubbard

Police Officer Gary Hubbard, 31, Woodbridge, is a United States Army Veteran who received an Honorable Discharge after participating in Operation Iraqi Freedom.  He received several commendations and awards while serving in the Army.  Police Officer Gary Hubbard attended Liberty University and earned 81 credits and attended Brookdale Community College where he earned 64 credits and an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice.  He also attended Jersey City University prior to his employment and attendance at the police academy. 

 

“These new police officers and recruits have demonstrated a commitment to serve their community.  Their training has, and will, prepare them for service as New Jersey’s finest law enforcement officers.  I welcome them to the ranks of the Woodbridge Township Police Department,” said Director Hubner.