Police Officer Recognized for Keeping Streets Safe

In 2010, the Shrewsbury Police Department recorded 15 driving while intoxicated arrests, nabbing drivers as they hit the road with however too many drinks in them. Ptlm. Jessica Boyd was responsible for eight of those arrests.

At its recent meeting, Shrewsbury Council recognized Boyd for her role in keeping the borough’s roads safe with a proclamation from Shrewsbury and Mothers Against Drunk Driving, or MADD.

Councilman Tom Menapace, liaison to the police department, thanked Boyd for her efforts and read aloud the 2010 Distinguished Service Award she was given by MADD for her efforts.

“Your life saving efforts,” he said. “Have made a difference.”

            Boyd, a member of the department since 2004, accepted the award at the start of the council meeting and departed immediately after. Just a five minute reprieve from her work on patrol.