Two Police Officers were chosen as Officers of the Year for 2022.  Sergeant Jeremy Alwerdt and Christian Nelson were recognized by Taylorville Police Chief Dwayne Wheeler. Chief Wheeler says that Sergeant Nelson’s leadership skills, passion for being on the Emergency Response Team, CAT Team, and his work with the Attorney General’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force is commendable. 

Chief Wheeler also praised Sergeant Alwerdt and his work on Platoon C, a team leader, and trainer for the ERT, CAT, and attending advanced courses. The Police Chief continued by commending Sergeant Alwerdt and his passion for helping others, his dedication to being a K9 handler, and his exemplifying innovative skills to being a great leader and service to Taylorville.

Chief Wheeler praised both men by thanking them both for their fidelity, steadiness, and desire to help their Officers excel and help the department run effectively. We here at Regional Radio News congratulate both Sergeants Jeremy Alwerdt and Christian Nelson!