Four Camden officers earn new ranks as the department celebrates promotions to Corporal and Sergeant in a ceremony honoring leadership, dedication, and commitment to community service.
The Camden Police Department recently recognized four officers for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to serving the community during a promotion ceremony held before Camden City Council.
The promotions reflect the department’s ongoing commitment to developing leaders within the department and ensuring the highest level of service to the citizens of Camden.
Promoted to the rank of Sergeant were J.H. Smith and I. Rodgers. As sergeants, they will serve as frontline supervisors responsible for overseeing personnel, mentoring officers and helping ensure the department continues to provide professional and effective law enforcement services.
Promoted to the rank of Corporal were F. Acerra and J. Dover. Corporals serve as first-line supervisors, providing leadership and guidance to officers while supporting daily operations and department initiatives.
“These promotions reflect these officers’ hard work, perseverance and the exceptional trust placed in them by the department and our community,” said Camden Police Chief Jack Rushing. “Their dedication to public service sets a standard for excellence.”
“Police officers serve our community during some of the most challenging moments in people’s lives,” Rushing said. “Whether responding to a traffic collision, helping someone in crisis or assisting a resident in need, our officers are there every day serving others. To be a supervisor requires a commitment to ensuring we provide the highest level of service to the citizens of Camden and everyone who visits our community.”
During the ceremony, Lt. Jonathen Belote presented the officers with their new badges and collar brass. In a special moment, F. Acerra’s young son, S. Acerra, also received a Junior Corporal pin, as family members, fellow officers, City leaders, and community members looked on. The Camden Police Department remains committed to developing future leaders and providing professional, responsive, and community-focused law enforcement services to the citizens of Camden.
Photo Caption: Front row, left to right: Sgt. I. Rodgers, Cpl. F. Acerra, Jr. Cpl. S. Acerra, Sgt. J.H. Smith and Cpl. J. Dover. Back row, left to right: Council Member Delia Davis, Council Member Hamilton Boykin, Mayor Vincent Sheheen, Council Member William Wilkes and Council Member Phil Elliott.