Decatur swears in Officer Scott Szekely as new School Resource Officer
Feb 2, 2026
Feb 2, 2026
Chief Thomas VanDerWoude introduced Officer Scott Szekely and said Szekely — with military and multi-agency policing experience — will serve as the Village's School Resource Officer after completing field training.
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Chief of Police Thomas VanDerWoude introduced Officer Scott Szekely and administered a ceremonial oath at the council meeting on Feb. 2.
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