On May 26, 2026, the Metropolitan Police Department hosted its 26th Annual Awards Ceremony, recognizing the outstanding police officers, professional staff, and community members whose dedication helps make our city safer and more connected. The event celebrated individuals who exemplify service, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to the residents of Washington, DC. Below, you’ll find photo galleries from the evening, along with the official program featuring detailed write‑ups of each awardee.
Photo Galleries
- Reception in the Main Hall
A collection of candid moments from the Capital Turnaround reception, featuring members reconnecting, congratulating colleagues, and gathering for group photos before the ceremony began.
- Ceremony in the Theater
Images capturing the full awards program—from on‑stage presentations to individual award recipients being recognized for their outstanding service and contributions to the community.
Complete List of Awardees
Join us in congratulating the following winners:
- Amin Muslim Civilian Manager of the Year: Robert Sutton
- Captain of the Year: Jeffrey Wade
- Community Engagement Award: Guillermo Canales
- Professional Staff Bureau Employee of the Year - EOCOP: Carolyn Davis
- Professional Staff Bureau Employee of the Year - HSB: Rapheal Tolver
- Professional Staff Bureau Employee of the Year - IAB: Shereen Mathews
- Professional Staff Bureau Employee of the Year - ISB: Casey Almony
- Professional Staff Bureau Employee of the Year - PSN: Kyi Branch
- Professional Staff Bureau Employee of the Year - TSB: George Bolden
- Professional Staff Bureau Employee of the Year - OCWB: Gelila Getaneh
- Professional Staff Bureau Employee of the Year - PSS: Truchel Robinson
- Commander of the Year: Jason Bagshaw
- Community Policing Award: Joshua Hill
- Deborah R. Ennis Professional Employee of the Year: Patrice Jennings
- Detective of the Year: Lucia Benjamin
- District Detective of the Year – 1D: Jonathan Beatty
- District Detective of the Year – 2D: Nicholas Oliver
- District Detective of the Year – 3D: Roberto Amengual
- District Detective of the Year – 4D: Carlos Stevens
- District Detective of the Year – 5D: Cassandra Velez
- District Detective of the Year – 6D: Kevin Ficht
- District Detective of the Year – 7D: Corey Fenwick
- District Officer of the Year – 1D: Cleveland Blake
- District Officer of the Year – 2D: Abdo Ali
- District Officer of the Year – 3D: Harminder Jolly
- District Officer of the Year – 4D: Rickie Chasten
- District Officer of the Year – 5D: Atubakr Karim
- District Officer of the Year – 6D: Jimmy Checo
- District Officer of the Year – 7D: Alexandra Strohmeier
- Homicide Detective of the Year: Anntoinette Martin
- Joseph Pozell Reserve Officer of the Year: Daniel Krueger
- Lieutenant of the Year: Sylvester Garvin III
- Field Training Officer of the Year: Casey Williams
- Officer of the Year: Cleveland Blake
- Sergeant of the Year: Tiffani Cowan
- Sexual Assault Unit Detective of the Year: Anthony Padilla
- Violent Crime Suppression Division Member of the Year: John Streets
- SOD Officer of the Year: Tyrone Campbell
- Sworn Bureau Employee of the Year – EOCOP: Nathan Clarke
- Sworn Bureau Employee of the Year – HSB: Julie Keaveny
- Sworn Bureau Employee of the Year – ISB: Marija Giannakoulias
- Sworn Bureau Employee of the Year – PSN: Joseph Kuchta
- Sworn Bureau Employee of the Year – OCWB: Sherrelle Williams
- Sworn Bureau Employee of the Year – IAB: Tameka Pringle
- Sworn Bureau Employee of the Year – PSS: Brittany Green
- Sworn Bureau Employee of the Year – TSB: Stefeni Thomas
- School Resource Officer of the Year: Tracy Taylor
- Volunteer Corps Member of the Year: Matthew Ashburn
- Youth and Family Engagement Division Member of the Year: Hakim Tate
- Cadet of the Year: Taylor Payton
- COP Special Award: Kim Brunson
- COP Special Award: Wil Stroman
- Unit of the Year Award: Harbor Patrol Unit
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