The ceremony, led by Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine and Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina, marked the completion of an intensive 31-week training program designed to prepare recruits for the complex demands of modern policing.
The graduating class included 119 Suffolk County Police recruits, along with 54 recruits from outside agencies.
Participating departments included the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office, East Hampton Town Police Department, Village of Freeport Police Department, Southold Town Police Department, Stony Brook University Police Department and several others across the region.
Throughout their training, recruits completed more than 1,000 hours of instruction covering a wide range of topics, including criminal law, emergency medical response, domestic violence, anti-bias training, mental health awareness, cultural diversity, counterterrorism and the use of body-worn camera technology.
County Executive Romaine praised the graduates and emphasized the importance of their role in maintaining public safety.
“There is a reason Suffolk County is the safest county in the nation,” Romaine said. “It is through their dedication and commitment to law enforcement that we ensure that our families and communities remain safe.
”The ceremony recognized not only the recruits’ academic and physical achievements, but also their readiness to serve communities across Suffolk County and beyond.
Romaine also thanked the graduates for their decision to pursue careers in public service.
“We wish you the best of luck and thank you for answering the call to serve,” he said.
As the new officers take their oaths, officials noted that their training and commitment will play a critical role in strengthening public trust and ensuring the continued safety of local communities.