NORFOLK, Va. — After the 104 Norfolk Police Academy graduation on Wednesday, 22 new officers will be hitting the streets.
Chief Larry D. Boone hosted graduation and sworn oath ceremony at the Harrison Opera House. Virginia Delegate "Jay" Jones of the 89th District was the speaker for the event.
Jones has the distinction of being the 3rd member of his family to speak at a Norfolk Police Department graduation. His parents are Norfolk Judges Lynn Simmons and Jerrauld Jones.
Several of the new 22 officers are Norfolk Police legacies and second-generation first responders.
The new officers will be partnered with Field Training Officers for the next few months, to provide additional support.
Congratulations, graduates!