NEWARK POLICE OFFICER OF THE YEAR RYAN JOHNSON
Congratulations to Officer Ryan Johnson for his dedication, effort, and skill during 2015, which earned him recognition as the Newark Police Officer of the Year. Officer Johnson was selected by his peers for his hard work and determination he displays daily in his roles as a patrol officer, School Resource Officer (SRO), Field Training Officer (FTO), and as a member of the Honor Guard. During 2015, Officer Johnson received his second 10851 Pin, which is awarded to officers who locate numerous stolen vehicles and make arrest of suspects who are in possession of stolen cars. Law enforcement officials, both within and outside the department, praise Officer Johnson for his thorough investigations and detailed reports. Officer Johnson, who was raised in Newark, tirelessly works to protect citizens and arrest those who negatively impact the city he loves.
Officer Johnson, a member of the United States Marine Corp, shows his dedication and commitment to public service as a member of the Newark Police Honor Guard.
Officer Johnson demonstrates his passion for honoring the law enforcement profession, by attending numerous public events as a member of the honor guard.
Officer Johnson has been a member of the Newark Police Department for nearly 10 years. He is He has previously has served as a School Resource Officer (SRO) at Newark Memorial High School (2012-2015). Officer Johnson was previously selected as Officer of the Year in 2013.
Officer Johnson was formally recognized at the annual Optimist Tri-City Police Officer of the Year Breakfast on May 11, 2016 and during the Newark City Council Meeting on May 12, 2016 by Mayor Al Nagy. This award is annually presented in conjunction with National Police Week, May15-21, 2016.
Officer Johnson (on the left) with Newark Police Chief Leal.
Address/Location
Newark Police Department CA
37101 Newark Blvd
Newark, CA 94560
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 510-578-4237