Sgt. Matthew Strickland and Officer Jobe Gagliano were each recognized by Chief Chad M. Adams for 10 years of service. Standing behind are, from left: council members Lou Tamporello, Steve Domangue, the Rev. Ron Bias, Bonnie Leonard and Tim Hymel and Mayor Lee Dragna.
Officer Ateleigh Braud was introduced as the new K-9 officer at the Morgan City Police Department. Braud and her partner K-9 Dally completed a two-week course with Jack Robicheaux of K-9 Concepts in Abbeville. Braud is the first-ever female K-9 officer for the MCPD.
Promotions, service awards for MCPD officers
Morgan City Police Department officers were recognized at the April 23 City Council meeting for their promotions and time of service. The awards were presented by Chief Chad M. Adams.