Officer Casey Jacimore was named 2020 Officer of the Year Thursday when the Russellville Police Department held its awards ceremony.
The Officer of the Year award is given to an officer who has distinguished his or herself through either an accumulation of exceptional contributions or a single incident, and whose actions clearly place the individual above others of equal rank or grade.
âDuring your tenure with the department, you have demonstrated an exceptional work ethic and dedication to our profession in your daily work routine,â Police Chief David Ewing said of Jacimore during the award presentation. âYou have been described as a solid police officer who is dependable, a good decision maker, and professional in your dealings with the public. As a Drug Recognition Expert, you have been willing, without hesitation, to respond in your off-duty time to assist in drug driving investigations.