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Lantana Police promote Sergeant Paula Diaz and swear in new officers
Summary
Chief Sean Scheller promoted Paula Diaz to road-patrol sergeant (effective May 10) and swore in new officer Tony Acevedo during the May 11 council meeting; the chief highlighted Diaz's investigative work and the department's emphasis on community policing.
At the May 11 meeting Chief Sean Scheller introduced new and promoted members of the Lantana Police Department. He announced the promotion of Paula Diaz to road-patrol sergeant, noting her eight years with the department and past investigator work, then administered the oath of office. Sergeant Diaz thanked command staff and family during brief remarks after the swearing-in.
The chief also introduced newly hired officer Tony Acevedo, who was sworn in at the meeting and will begin road patrol duties. Chief Scheller framed the personnel moves as part of a broader effort to position officers in roles that strengthen community engagement: "He was more... community service oriented, all about the kids, all about his family," the chief said describing Acevedo's fit for local policing. Council members and attendees applauded the promotions and welcomed the new officer.
