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Fall River swears in 13 new police officers at government center ceremony

City of Fall River / Fall River Police Department · February 4, 2026
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Mayor Paul Coogan, city leaders and department commanders administered oaths Friday at the Fall River Government Center as 13 recruits were sworn into the Fall River Police Department; leaders emphasized service, community partnership and mentorship for early-career officers.

Lieutenant Joseph Galveo, the Fall River Police Department hiring coordinator, opened a swearing-in ceremony Friday at the Fall River Government Center and introduced the class of new officers, who were administered the oath of office by Mayor Paul Coogan.

"Welcome to the city of Fall River. May you serve honorably, protect with courage, and lead with integrity," Galveo said as he welcomed recruits and thanked families and city officials for attending.

The ceremony included an invocation by Father Rob Nemkovich of Blessed Trinity Parish,…

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