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Robbins approves swearing in of three police officers; county to assist department this summer
Summary
The board approved swearing in Ahmad Boyd, Jerald Nettles and Kenneth Tripp. Chief Malley addressed a recent incident, and Mayor Darren E. Bryant said County assistance will support the Robbins police through the summer.
The Village of Robbins board unanimously approved the swearing-in of three new police officers — Ahmad Boyd, Jerald Nettles and Kenneth Tripp — during its April 9 meeting. The officers were sworn in by Village Clerk Sharon Dyson and each made brief remarks to attendees.
Chief Malley addressed residents about a recent incident that occurred the previous Friday; the minutes do not include verbatim remarks. Mayor Darren E. Bryant said the county will be present in the village and assist the police department throughout the summer to support public-safety efforts.
The action to swear in the officers was moved by Trustee Tiffany S. Robinson and seconded by Trustee David R. Dyson; the recorded roll call for this item lists ayes from Trustees Dyson, Maxey, Harper, Robinson, Jackson and Collier, and the motion carried. The board also introduced Officer Nicolas Myrickes during standing committee reports.
Why it matters: the additions increase the department’s staffing and the county’s planned support is a short-term resource intended to augment local policing during the summer months. The minutes do not describe specifics of the county assistance or the incident Chief Malley referenced.
Next steps and community outreach: the police department and board continue to engage the public in safety discussions, including a planned chat with the chief and the Park District safety activities noted in other announcements.
