Congratulations to Ridgefield native Officer Michael McKnight who, Ridgefield Police report, was chosen by his peers as 2022 (PBA) Police Benevolent Association Officer of the Year!
A Ridgefield High School grad who received a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Springfield College, McKnight joined the department in 2018 and comes from a family with deep roots of service to our community. His father, Bill, was a longtime Town employee, working in the Highway Department. His mom, Beth, is Program Assistant for Ridgefield Parks and Recreation.
"We thank him for his continued dedication and for volunteering his personal time at many of the events in our great community!" Ridgefield Police say.
Thank you to Officer McKnight for protecting and serving the Town of Ridgefield and congratulations on this deserved honor!
*Image courtesy Ridgefield Police Facebook
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