Romeoville Police Honor First Female Officer

The Romeoville Police Department last week recognized its first female officer.

Police Chief Mark Turvey presented retired Officer Sandra Dreher with a plaque reading, "Through her determination, professionalism and compassion for others, Officer Dreher overcame skepticism and uncertainty and proved the value of women police officers. Her example inspired other females to pursue a career in law enforcement and paved the way for numerous other female officers who followed."

Dreher joined the force in 1987 and served for 27 years before retiring in 2014.

Photo: Romeoville Police Chief Mark Turvey and retired officer Sandra Dreher/Village of Romeoville