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West Whiteland swears in new officer; names Officer Triola 2025 Officer of the Year

West Whiteland Township Board of Supervisors · January 28, 2026
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Summary

Officer Emily Buccello was sworn in after graduating from West Chester University and the Delaware County Police Academy; the department also honored Officer Michael Triola as its 2025 Officer of the Year for training and leadership roles.

Police Chief Lee Benson introduced Officer Emily Buccello at the Jan. 28 meeting and noted her educational and training background: she graduated from West Chester University (Criminal Justice) in May 2024 and completed the Delaware County Police Academy in December 2025. The Honorable John Bailey administered the oath of office.

Chief Benson also announced that Officer Michael Triola was selected as the West Whiteland Police Department’s 2025 Officer of the Year. Benson described Triola as a team player who serves as an Officer in Charge for Squad 4, a Field Training Officer, a CODY administrator and a newly trained Firearms Instructor. The department thanked Triola for his contributions.

The Board formally recognized both items during the presentations portion of the meeting.

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