MSO IN THE NEWS...
MSO IN THE NEWS...
On Monday May 4, 2009, Middlesex Sheriffs Office employees gathered together in celebration of National Correctional Officers Week and to recognize the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office 2009 Corrections Officers and Administrators of the year. The day’s events also included the 2009 Employee Recognition Ceremony honoring those employees that have gone above and beyond their call of duty.
Sheriff James V. DiPaola opened the ceremony, saying, “Today is an opportunity to share the many accomplishments we saw over the past year and recognize those officers who have served the citizens of Middlesex County with distinction”
While the ceremony included officers being recognized for their years of service
and good conduct, the focus was on those officers and administrators that went
above and beyond in their roles inside the institutions and outside in the
communities that they represent. Family, friends and honored guests, such
as Massachusetts State Representative Katherine Clark (32nd Middlesex District),
paid homage to the award recipients. Each year a committee selects a
corrections officer and an administrator from each facility to be
recognized for their service to the Middlesex Sheriff's Office. The
committee receives the nominations from from any employee who chooses to
recognize a fellow officer.
The public safety / deputy sheriff award is presented annually to
a member of the organization for sustained superior job performance in support
of the mission of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office, or acts involving performance
above and beyond those required by the deputy sheriff’s basic assignments; or
acts performed in the course of a dangerous incident. This award is presented to
deputy sheriff’s assigned outside the correctional facilities. The
medal of valor is presented annually to a member of the organization that
has exhibited exceptional courage and valor. This year’s recipient has
portrayed outstanding bravery and valor in the face of danger.
The community service award is presented annually to a member or members
of the organization with major commitment to addressing community needs. This
commitment should be demonstrated through the development of exceptional
programs, act and/or accomplishment that goes well beyond the traditional public
role and reach communities whose needs are not being met. The award highlights
community service as an important element of the mission of the office, and
singles out individuals that serve as examples of social responsiveness on the
part of the community.
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Captain Todd Ledbury, Administrator of the Year from the Middlesex Jail at Cambridge
Sergeant Kenneth Woods, Officer of the Year from the Middlesex Jail at Cambridge
Officer Michael Delmore, Officer of the year at the Middlesex House of Correction at Billerica
Captain James Aiello, Administrator of the year at the Middlesex House of Correction at Billerica
Deputy Sheriff Timothy McGibbon is the
key member at the computer crimes unit run in partnership with the
Medford Police Department. Deputy McGibbon has been part of countless
cyber-crime investigations, from online fraud to sexual assault stings.
He was recently recognized by the Medford Police Department for his
investigative support with the Medford hillside rapist case.
Deputy McGibbon used his skills and resources to help identify the
perpetrator’s vehicle, leading to the capture of the serial rapist.
His vigilant and persistent actions led to a successful outcome.
Various detectives in the region have mentioned his exceptional
investigative and technical support that he adds to any given case.
Deputy McGibbon is a true resource to this department and to law
enforcement across the commonwealth.
Sergeant Kevin Snyder received the Community Service award for his various volunteer jobs within the town of Billerica and other areas. Sergeant Snyder spends many weekends out of the year volunteering with Billerica Pop Warner. Thanks to the funds raised by his efforts, the Billerica Pop Warner is able to supply their uniforms, safe fields, buses, equipment and many other programs for the Billerica community and its children. At Sunday games, he starts at 6AM setting up the snack shack and making breakfast and lunch for players, cheerleaders and fans. His nickname around the holiday season is Kevin “Santa” Snyder for his volunteer work with the Knights of Columbus. He visits various places such as hospitals, officers homes and Billerica Youth Basketball practices dressed up as Santa. For the past 20 years, Sergeant Snyder has spent his time helping out at the Boston Marathon. He is a part of the Boston Athletic Association where he plays a key role with various road races such as the Falmouth Road Race and Doyle’s Road Race. Congratulations Sergeant Snyder!
Deputy Kevin Lopes received the medal of valor for two distinct incidents. Deputy Lopes and Deputy Charles Hickey were evacuating a tenant who had 4 dogs. During the move one of the dogs leapt and attacked another dog that Deputy Hickey was holding. It took a few attempts of unlocking the pit bull’s jaws from the dog. With the help of a neighbor, the pit bull was put into a cage, away from the other animal. Deputy Lopes was bitten twice. The second instance occurred September 3, 2008. Deputy Kevin Lopes was assisting a citizen with directions at the Simioni Memorial Arena in Cambridge when he observed two males arguing and walking rapidly towards the arena. One of the men called out for Deputy Lopes’ assistance. This individual was the Loss Prevention Manager at Shaw’s Supermarket inside the Twin City Plaza in Somerville. He stated that the male he was arguing with stole a large quantity of meat. Deputy Lopes then tried to stop the man who took off running. Deputy Lopes chased the man and observed him pull out a knife, which the man then tossed onto a grassy area near the entrance of the arena. Deputy Lopes caught the man and after a brief struggle, handcuffed and searched him. Congratulations Deputy Lopes for your outstanding performance.
PUBLIC SAFETY IS OUR PUBLIC SERVICE!
Officer Daniel Annese received the Community Service Award for his vital role within the Lowell Community. As part of the Community Work Program, Officer Annese makes sure all of the parks are clean and safe for the children of Lowell. At Christmas, he spends time giving gifts to less fortunate families and is part of the food bank that feeds elderly who are too sick to go out and get lunch. Officer Annese goes the extra mile while working at the community counseling center, and also gives his time to other law enforcement agencies and departments within the Lowell area. Congratulations Officer Annese!
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Ms. Susan Rourke received the Community Service Award for her vital role within and outside the walls of the institution. On a daily basis, her professionalism shines through when she works with various community groups receiving donations to go shopping for needed inmate attire. Throughout the community, Sue has worked with various domestic abuse victims and the homeless. She volunteers her time with the Salvation Army in Lowell as well as the Alternative House in Lowell. She is also a member of the Homeless Coalition within the city of Lowell. Sue recently became a part of the Metro West Re-Entry Group, which works to develop resources in the Metro West area for inmates coming back into the community. Congratulations Sue!
Captain Linda Sweeney received the Community Service award for her constant reaching out to individuals within the community. This past September, Captain Sweeney was a part of “Reach Beyond’s” Silent Witness Exhibit. This exhibit was on display throughout domestic violence awareness month in Massachusetts as well as many other states. She is a board member at the Alternative House and a strong effective voice for violence awareness and victim advocacy across the region. Recently, she helped organize countless community events with organizations such as Parents of Murdered Children. Congratulations Captain Sweeney!
