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Groves welcomes four new deputies to the police department
Summary
The City of Groves held a ceremonial swearing-in for four new deputies — Kevin White, Giani Mahia, Brighten Simmons and Zachary Graph — who each gave brief statements of commitment; the ceremony was informational with no formal council action required.
Mayor and council formally welcomed four newly hired deputies during the Jan. 12 meeting.
Marshall Rob introduced Deputy Kevin White, who returns to the department after prior service and military experience; Deputy Giani Mahia, a former Marine with academy distinction; Deputy Brighten Simmons, a midcounty officer and Brazilian jiu-jitsu instructor; and Deputy Zachary Graph, who graduated with honors from the regional academy. Each officer recited a personal statement and took the oath of office.
The ceremony concluded with the mayor and council welcoming the officers to the force. The introductions were informational and no formal vote or policy action accompanied the swearing-in.
