May 31, 2024 (Pocatello PD Facebook page, May 30, 2024; Cover photo Pocatello PD FB)
Yesterday Pocatello Police were able to celebrate several accomplishments. Promotions, retirement, awards, and new faces.
Retirement
- Cpl. Forrest Peck retired after 23 years with the Pocatello Police Department.
Officer Awards
The following officers received:
- Cpl. Demetrious Amos = Meritorious Service Award
- Lt. Derek. Daniels = Life Saving Award
- Ofc. Travis Namohala = Life Saving Award
- Ofc. Marisa Saldana = Life Saving Award
- Ofc. Brendan Howard = Life Saving Award
Distinguished Service by a Citizen – This award was presented to David Worley after he observed and intervened during an incident where a female was being battered. His actions have contributed significantly to the betterment of the Greater Pocatello Community and saved a female from sustaining further bodily harm or death.
New Patrol Officers
The following officers were sworn in as new patrol officers and will begin their training with the PPD.
- Cameron Pead = Patrol Officer
- Adam Barney = Patrol Officer
- Wyatt Eichner= Patrol Officer
- Jayden Benson = Patrol Officer
New Dispatchers
Danielle Kripner and Chase Baxter were sworn in as dispatchers and currently in training.
New Ordinance Officer
Melissa Landis was sworn in as an Ordinance Officer, she has almost completed her training.
Promotions
Due to the retirement of a Lt. Nelson and Cpl. Peck, the following have been promoted to lead the department.
- Zac Bartschi = Lieutenant
- Sean Peterson = Sergeant
- Bridget McArthur = Corporal
- Tyler Anderson = Corporal
Editor’s Note: Photos of the ceremony and the honorees may be viewed on the Pocatello PD’s Facebook page, here.
