On July 2, the Yonkers Police Department recognized 15 members on their promotions and appointments as they begin new chapters in their careers, while also formally welcoming 12 new officers to the Department. Mayor Mike Spano and Police Commissioner Christopher Sapienza hosted the ceremony, which took place at the Riverfront Library in Downtown Yonkers, in the presence of many dignitaries, family, and friends.
Promotions & Appointments
Captain Gregory Forshey
Lieutenant Megan Bennett
Lieutenant Neville Bennett
Lieutenant Robert Metz
Lieutenant John Viviano
Detective Sergeant Matthew Courtien
Detective Sergeant Michael Hodges
Sergeant Elizabeth Valencia
Detective John Liberatore
Detective Specialist Frank Cimadomo
Detective Dylan Deierlein
Detective Specialist Lorraine Fata
Detective Specialist Nicholas McGill
Detective Specialist Makena Raffa
Detention Officer Supervisor Karen Estrada
Newly Appointed Officers
Probationary Police Officer Samantha Colavito
Probationary Police Officer Joseph Manzo
Probationary Police Officer Elijah Morton
Probationary Police Officer Jordan Rivera
Probationary Police Officer Marlene Sahawneh
Probationary Police Officer Daniel Collins
Probationary Police Officer Kate Ennis
Probationary Police Officer Leonard Gjeloshi
Probationary Police Officer Jamal Ibrahim
Probationary Police Officer David McLaughlin
Probationary Police Officer Guillermo Renderos
Probationary Police Officer Lyrell Walker
“Today serves as a reminder that our department continues to grow stronger,” said Police Commissioner Christopher Sapienza. “We are developing new leaders while welcoming the next generation of officers who will carry our mission forward.”
These promotions and appointments reinforce the City of Yonkers’ commitment to public safety.